Tomato
Tomato is a vegetable in the Solanaceae family. It grows best in full sun with medium moisture, and is listed for USDA zones 2-13. Plants reach harvest about 38–109 days after planting and sit about 12 inches apart.
Varieties
161 from Seeds Now, High Mowing & True Leaf Market · sorted by days to maturity▸Tiny Tim38–52 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Small
The Tiny Tim Tomato could not be more adorable. This dwarf variety grows to only about 12"-18", and thrives in the coziness of a small pot or window box, even indoors in a sunny spot. At 1", the adorable red fruit is smaller than a cherry tomato, so you can get more in a handful. It doesn’t even take much time to produce an adorable harvest—only about 45 days. And the flavor. A little sweet, a little tart. Just so very adorable. Early producer Sweet, tart flavor Good for small spaces Good for containers SEED PLANTING INFO Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum Growth type: Determinate, tomato cage support, no pruning Tomato size: Small Depth to plant seeds: 1/8" deep Spacing between plants: 6"-12" apart Spacing between rows: 24"-36" apart Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days Germination soil temps: 75F-95F Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH Sun needs: Full sun Frost hardy: No Planting season: Spring, summer # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 4 plants per sq. ft. Days to maturity: 45 days Click here to view our full Tomato grow guide Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Sub Arctic Plenty (Early)45–60 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Medium
The Sub Arctic Plenty (Early) Tomato is trying to tell you something: It produces a lot of fruits very quickly (45 days!), and really likes cooler temps. It would also like you to know that you can quickly (45 days!) grow the plants closer together without a stake or cage, or in a container or hanging basket. One more thing: It doesn’t sacrifice flavor or texture by ripening so many fruits so quickly (45 days!). You’ll harvest clusters of robust, red, juicy, tart, smallish medium-sized fruits in no time (45 days!). Plenty of them. Very high yields Very quick production—45 days! Good for containers Good for an early Southern or short Northern growing season
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Determinate, tomato cage support, no pruning|Tomato size: Medium|Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep|Spacing between plants: 12"-24" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-85F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per sq. ft|Days to maturity: 45-60 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Cannellino F147–63 days
Determinate; 0.5 oz
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Wilt (0-1); Verticillium Wilt
Stunning dark yellow to orange, oblong fruits with standout flavor on vigorous plants. Named after the region’s famous sparkling wine, this favorite of our trials team boasts exceptional flavor and easy to manage plant habit. Determinate plants produce more fruit than foliage. The flavor is unique and sweet and fruit resists cracking, making it an excellent candidate for both processing and fresh market sales. From our partners at Tera Seeds.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Galahad F147–63 days
Determinate; 9-10 oz
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Wilt (1-3); Grey Leaf Spot; Late Blight; Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus; Verticillium Wilt · IR: Root Knot Nematodes
High-yielding, compact plants covered in delicious, crack-resistant tomatoes with sweet, meaty flesh. These vibrant red tomatoes have broad shoulders and excellent disease resistance to late blight. The large, clean fruits produce abundantly on compact, sturdy plants and have great field holding quality. An AAS Winner that is as delicious and flavorful as it is productive.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Matt’s Wild47–63 days
Indeterminate; 0.25 oz
Copious quantities of small, deep red cherries with exceptional flavor. Matt’s keeps producing prolifically when every other tomato in the field is down for the count with early blight. Pick frequently as skin is thin and cracks easily. Trellis or let sprawl and naturalize. Shows moderate field tolerance to late blight.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Toronjina F147–63 days
Indeterminate; Truss harvest; .75 oz
Resistance: HR: Leaf Mold; Fusarium Wilt (0-1); Tomato Mosaic Virus (0-2)
Orange cherry with sensational, juicy, sweet flavor. Finally an organic rival for the beloved Sungold F1. A medium sized orange cherry with slightly thicker skin than Sungold F1. Perfect for high tunnels but tends to crack in the field if not harvested regularly. Showed good field tolerance to late blight in our trials.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Valentine F147–63 days
UP; Indeterminate; AAS Winner; Crack resistant; 0.7 oz
Resistance: IR: Early Blight
Heavy yields of early ripening grape tomatoes with brilliant red, meaty flesh. This highly productive grape tomato has outstanding flavor and was prolific in our field trials. Ripening at just 55 days, it is an early tomato that is dynamic in a small tomato mix and boasts a long shelf life post-harvest. Developed with Penn State’s patented high-lycopene breeding lines, plants exhibit resistance to early blight and have good heat tolerance. An All-America Selections winner for its unbeatable productivity, firm flesh, and delicious flavor.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Glacier48–64 days
Heirloom; Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
56 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Glacier Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, determinate, salad tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. An extra early tomato that is well adapted to the cooler northern tier of states. Produces plenty of 2-3 ounce bright red-orange fruits on a compact, determinant plant. It has better flavor than most other very early tomatoes and continues to bear over a long season. ~12,000 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Monterrey F148–64 days
Indeterminate; .65 oz
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Wilt (0,1,2); Verticillium Wilt; Tomato Mosaic Virus
Highly productive plants covered in full trusses of long, slightly pointed, bright red fruit. A beautiful grape tomato for the greenhouse, plants have an open growth habit and are exceptionally vigorous, producing multitudes of fruit. Fruit has a great flavor and resists cracking. Has a longer shelf life than many small-fruited varieties in the same class. Fruit detaches easily from the vine at harvest.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Sungold Hybrid48–66 days
Container; Vegetable; Annual; F1 hybrid; indeterminate
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Wilt; Fusarium Wilt 1; Fusarium Wilt 2; Tomato Mosaic Virus; Tobacco Mosaic Virus; Verticillium Wilt
An indeterminate cherry tomato maturing about 57 days from transplant. This F1 hybrid produces abundant clusters of tangy-sweet, bright golden-orange fruits over a long season and carries strong disease resistance including Fusarium wilt, Verticillium wilt, and tobacco mosaic virus. Vigorous vines do well in garden plots, raised beds, greenhouses, containers, and large hanging baskets.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Oregon Spring49–67 days
Heirloom; Open Pollinated; Container; Vegetable; Annual
Resistance: HR: Verticillium Wilt
An early, determinate slicing tomato maturing about 58 days from transplant. Plants are compact and bear clusters of 4-inch, 6-7 oz fruits, and they tolerate cool conditions for an early harvest. This open-pollinated heirloom shows resistance to Verticillium wilt and grows well in containers, raised beds, garden plots, and greenhouses.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Gardener's Delight50–80 days
Heirloom; Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
50-80 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. Gardeners Delight Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, indeterminate, cherry tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Resistant to Disorders. A very old heirloom tracing back to Germany in the 1950s. A prolific producer that yields bunches of half a dozen to a dozen cherry tomatoes throughout the summer. Approximately 7,500 Seeds ~oz
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Sub Arctic Plenty50–60 days
Heirloom; Non-GMO; Container; Vegetable; Annual
50-60 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Sub Arctic Plenty Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, warm season annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, determinate, salad tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, greenhouses, and containers. These Sub Arctic Plenty tomato seeds are unique in that they grow faster than any other variety of heirloom tomatoes! They are bred for short growing seasons and, as a result of that, are also a perfect choice for container gardens. No staking or caging is needed for this tomato! They are tolerant to cold, but grow well in warmer climates as well with the short growing season allowing for a harvest before pests or diseases can strike. ~7,500 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Bartelly F151–69 days
Indeterminate; Truss harvest; .75 oz
Resistance: HR: Leaf Mold; Tomato Mosaic Virus
Delicious, disease-resistant cherries for unheated greenhouses and high tunnels; also performs well in the field. Knocked our socks off with its sweet, well-balanced flavor. Slightly oval fruits developed for growing in unheated organic, low-input greenhouses; also suitable for heated greenhouse culture. Healthy, vigorous plants are well-branched. From our partners at De Bolster Organic Seeds.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Early Girl Hybrid51–69 days
Vegetable; Annual
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Wilt 1; Fusarium Wilt 2; Root Knot Nematode; Tobacco Mosaic Virus; Verticillium Wilt
60 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Early Girl Hybrid Tomato. Non-GMO, annual, hybrid, indeterminate, slicing tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Resistant to Fusarium Wilt 1, Fusarium Wilt 2, Root Knot Nematode, Tobacco Mosaic Virus, and Verticillium Wilt. A great choice for growers with a short season, Early Girl bears abundant 4-5 oz round red fruits earlier than most slicing tomatoes and keeps producing throughout the summer.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Esterina F151–69 days
Indeterminate; Resists cracking; Truss harvest; 0.5-1 oz
Resistance: HR: Verticillium Wilt
A star in our trials with addictive sweetness and good disease resistance. An excellent organic alternative to Sungold F1 with sweeter flavor, exceptional crack resistance and brighter yellow color. Vigorous growth that can withstand disease pressure makes this variety a versatile standout. From our partners at Genesis Seeds.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Gold Nugget51–69 days
Heirloom; Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
60 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. Gold Nugget Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, determinate, cherry tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Resistant to disorders. The award-winning Gold Nugget tomato has quickly become an international favorite, celebrated for its unparalleled sweetness, color, and early yields. ~7,500 Seeds/Oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Jasper F151–69 days
AAS Winner; Indeterminate; 0.4 oz
Resistance: HR: Late Blight · IR: Early Blight
Cheerful trusses of small, bright red cherry tomatoes with strong disease resistance. These beautiful, red fruits have the flavor of a full sized red tomato packed into the single bite of a cherry. Fruit have an excellent texture, resisting cracking and rot when picked with calyx on. An AAS Winner, plants are highly prolific even in the field and stay healthy for a long harvest window. Popular among commercial producers. From Johnny’s Selected Seeds.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Juliet Hybrid51–69 days
Non-GMO; AAS Winner; Vegetable; Annual
Resistance: HR: Alternaria Blight; Early Blight; Late Blight; Septoria Leaf Spot
60 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. Juliet Hybrid Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, AAS Winner, annual, F1 hybrid, indeterminate grape tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Resistant to Alternaria Blight, Early Blight, Late Blight, and Septoria Leaf Spot. Out of the many small-sized tomatoes, cherry varieties like the Juliet Hybrid are super-sweet with sturdy vines that actively grow upright to 6 feet tall! These 1-2 oz oval-cherry tomatoes are so tasty. Gardeners love their powerful flavor. Juliet hybrids are acidic yet sweet with perfect tomato pungency. These fast-maturing seeds develop into resilient plants with bundles of oversized grape-shaped fruit. Juliet Hybrid Tomato crops produce longer during the summer and can tolerate the fall with cooler temperatures. Approximately 9,275 Seeds per oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Midnight Pear51–69 days
HMOS EXCLUSIVE; Indeterminate; 0.25 oz
Dark purple, small pear fruits have wildly cosmic flavor. These little fruits may look like your average black pear, but their outstanding flavor profile clearly earns Midnight Pear a place among the stars. Irresistible to harvesters and market-goers alike. Part of High Mowing’s exclusive Galaxy Suite tomato collection bred by Philip Griffiths of Cornell University. A portion of the sales of this variety is paid to the breeder.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Moskvich51–69 days
Semi-determinate; Field or greenhouse; 4-6 oz
High quality, early-season red heirloom that rivals hybrids. Fruits are round to slightly flattened with deep red color and luscious, rich flavor. Great eaten fresh or processed. Highly resistant to cracking, making it a great pick for the greenhouse. Like all Russian tomatoes, it can stand up to cool conditions.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Mountain Vineyard F151–69 days
Indeterminate; 0.6 oz
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Wilt (1-3); Grey Leaf Spot; Verticillium Wilt (0) · IR: Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus
First of its kind, grape tomato with the homozygous recessive crimson gene for improved red fruit color and increased lycopene content. Fruit is beautiful, long and uniform with excellent texture and sweet flavor. Maintains shelf life and resists cracking and bursting, excellent for processing and packing. Plants are highly productive and dark green with good foliage coverage of fruit. More compact growth habit than a typical indeterminate plant with short internodes. From our partners at Bejo Seeds. Esterina F1
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Stupice52–85 days
Heirloom; Organic; Non-GMO; Container; Vegetable; Annual
Resistance: HR: Late Blight
52-85 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Organic Stupice Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, warm season annual, organic, open-pollinated, heirloom, semi-determinate, salad tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, greenhouses, and containers. Resistant to Late Blight and Disorders. These tasty potato leaf treats grow on vines, reaching up to 4 feet long! Their firm, ruby-colored exterior makes them especially attractive to the eye. Small to medium 3-6 oz fruits, exceptional flavor with good yields. ~ 6,800 seeds/ounce.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Sunsugar Hybrid53–71 days
Container; Vegetable; Annual; F1 hybrid; indeterminate
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Wilt Race 1; Tobacco Mosaic Virus
62 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. Sunsugar Hybrid Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, F1 hybrid, indeterminate, cherry tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, greenhouses, and containers. Resistant to Fusarium Wilt Race 1, Tobacco Mosaic Virus. This orange cherry tomato may be the sweetest tomato available. It won 'Best Flavor' in our cherry tomato taste tests. Not only is Sunsugar incredibly sweet, but it is nutritious too. These tasty tomatoes have a very high Vitamin A content. The breeder was even able to add more crack resistance while retaining very thin skin on the tasty tomato, which creates a pleasant eating experience.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Black Cherry54–74 days
Indeterminate; Prolific; 1-1.5 oz
Round, full-flavored cherry with distinctive purple-black color. One-inch fruits with the juicy, meaty texture and sweet, rich flavor characteristic of all Russian black tomatoes. A striking addition to cherry tomato mixes. Very productive plants.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Bush Early Girl Hybrid54–72 days
Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Wilt 1; Fusarium Wilt 2; Root Knot Nematode; Tobacco Mosaic Virus; Verticillium Wilt; Verticillium Wilt 1; Verticillium Wilt 2
63 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. Bush Early Girl Hybrid Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, F1 hybrid, determinate, heat tolerant, slicing tomato. Suitable for growing in containers, garden plots, raised beds, greenhouses. Resistant to Fusarium Wilt 1, Fusarium Wilt 2, Root Knot Nematode, Tobacco Mosaic Virus, Verticillium Wilt, Verticillium Wilt 1, Verticillium Wilt 2. Because of its bush habit this variety is great for container growing and will produce earlier than many other varieties. Enjoy its balanced sugar and acid classic tomato flavor in sandwiches, salads, and more! ~9,690 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Cherry Bomb F154–74 days
Prolific; Indeterminate; 0.7 oz
Resistance: HR: Late Blight
Heavy yields of uniform, red fruits with high resistance to late blight. These large, lustrous cherry tomatoes are gorgeous and flavorful, perfect for quickly filling pints. Well-balanced and brightly flavored, the fruit is ideal for snacking or celebrating in a fresh summer salad. Fruit is firm and durable, withstanding the pressures of a busy harvest day without blemishes. Excellent resistance to late blight makes this an ideal candidate for the organic grower. From our friends at Johnny’s Selected Seeds.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Supernova54–72 days
HMOS EXCLUSIVE; Indeterminate; 0.25-0.5 oz
A marbled, mini-Roma shape with constellations of yellow stripes on a red flesh background. Truly the standout in our star-studded grape tomato collection, Supernova impresses with both aesthetics and flavor. Red flesh with yellow marbling inside and out, and a unique mini-Roma shape. Fruit holds well through transport. Part of High Mowing’s exclusive Galaxy Suite tomato collection bred by Philip Griffiths of Cornell University. A portion of the sales of this variety is paid to the breeder.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Andiamo Hybrid55–75 days
Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
65 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. Andiamo Hybrid Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, F1 hybrid, indeterminate, paste tomato. These 5-inch-long bright red elongated paste fruits are firm and meaty, excelling in a sweet flavor with just the right amount of acid. Five to six-ounce fruits are wonderful when eaten fresh, but are also great for making salsa, paste and sauces. Andiamo is a true San Marzano hybrid with high productivity, quality and flavor. ~ 6,800 Seeds per oz. ~6,800 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Bing55–75 days
BRED BY HIGH MOWING; Indeterminate; Exceptional flavor; 0.5-1 oz
Exceptionally flavorful cherry with balanced acidity and bright, red clusters of 1” fruit. Great producer in hot, dry climates with some susceptibility to cracking in areas with abundant rainfall. Cracking prevented with frequent harvests. Superior sweetness to other cherries.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸GinFiz F155–75 days
Indeterminate; 10-14 oz
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Crown & Root Rot; Leaf Mold; Tomato Mosaic Virus (0-2); Verticillium Wilt; Tomato Apex Necrotic Virus
Gorgeous, large yellow fruits with beautiful red stripes on highly productive plants with excellent disease resistance. These striking hyloom tomatoes combine the flavor, texture and colors of a Striped German tomato with the disease package and productivity of a modern hybrid. Early yielding with tolerance to shoulder cracking. GinFiz F1 is a generative plant and benefits from grafting and single leader production. From Vitalis Organic Seeds.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Manitoba55–65 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Medium
The Manitoba Tomato is an early producer, so it’s good for cooler climates with short growing seasons. Not to say that gardeners in warmer climates with long growing seasons can’t grow it. Basically, anyone in a grow zone that isn’t freezing or blazing for a couple of months can grow this tangy, juicy slicer. And it doesn’t even need a lot of garden space. Early producer—only 55 days Good for containers High yields Good for cooler climates
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Determinate, tomato cage support, no pruning|Tomato size: Medium|Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep|Spacing between plants: 24" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 55-65 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Pink Champagne55–75 days
Indeterminate; Full flavored; 0.7 oz
Gorgeous, deep pink fruit on manageable plants with big tomato flavor. Plants are productive and less vining than other cherries, making for efficient harvest and management. Packs the flavor of a large tomato in a small size. Fruit is especially attractive when the strongly attached calyx is left on, a true standout on a market table due to its specialty appeal.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Sakura F155–60 days
Indeterminate •Truss harvest •1 oz
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Wilt (0-1); Leaf Mold; Tomato Mosaic Virus (0-2) · IR: Root Knot Nematodes
Excellent hybrid cherry for the field or greenhouse with perfect, uniform, bright red fruits. Juicy, flavorful fruits hold well on the vine, allowing for harvest of entire trusses for an attractive display. Yields an impressive 10-12 fruits per truss. Some tolerance of silvering.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Suncherry Extra Sweet Hybrid55–75 days
Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Wilt (Race 1); Tobacco Mosaic Virus
65 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Suncherry Extra Sweet Japanese Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, hybrid, indeterminate cherry tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Resistant to Fusarium Wilt (Race 1) and Tobacco Mosaic Virus. Suncherry Extra Sweet is a leading variety in Japan. Colorful and sweet, these bite-sized, deep red cherry tomatoes can be harvested over a long growing season with a steady fruit set. They are also resistant to cracking. The fruits are very sweet with a 9-10 brix degree in sugar content. ~6,500 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Sweetie55–75 days
Indeterminate; Vigorous; 0.5-1 oz
Super sweet red cherry tomato with high sugar content for eating right off the vine. Masses of 1-1.5” round cherries in long clusters. Firm texture similar to grape tomatoes; ideal for eating fresh or canning. Impressive vigor and reliability, ripening first and perfectly during six weeks of rain and cold—an absolute standout.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Tigerella55–70 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Medium
The Tigerella Tomato is one of those tomatoes you try once for the novelty, but keep growing for the goodness. A red fruit with orange streaks, no two skins are ever alike, but inside every one of them is bright red flesh that’s fruity and light. This firm slicer is also an early producer that’s tolerant of cold and heat. Such goodness in this bella Tigerella. Early producer Light, fruity flavor Cold and heat tolerant Good for containers SEED PLANTING INFO Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning Tomato size: Medium Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep Spacing between plants: 24" apart Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days Germination soil temps: 75F-95F Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH Sun needs: Full sun Frost hardy: No Planting season: Spring, summer # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft. Days to maturity: 55-70 days Click here to view our full Tomato grow guide Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Isis Candy57–77 days
Heirloom; Vegetable; Annual
67 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. Isis Candy Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, indeterminate, cherry tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, greenhouses, containers, and large hanging baskets. Isis Candy Cherry produces 1-inch round, yellow-orange tomatoes with a sweet gold flesh. You can get all sorts of fun marbling of yellow-red coloring. The flavor is so rich, fruity, and sweet. It really is like candy. Customers say Isis Candy is a real hit with their kids. Approx. 7,500 seeds/ounce.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Moonbeam58–78 days
HMOS EXCLUSIVE; Indeterminate; 0.4 oz
Glowing white, translucent grape tomato with an oblong frame and a delicious, fruity bite. This remarkable tomato has dramatic visual appeal, especially when added to a small tomato mix. Not only are these white grape tomatoes stunningly unique, they are packed with a tasty punch of unbeatable flavor. Ideal for the tomato grower seeking a fruit with both style and exceptional eating quality.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Mountain Princess58–78 days
Determinate; 8-10 oz
Mountain sweet goodness; ideal for CSAs. Perfectly rounded fruits with crowd- pleasing mild sweet flavor. Very productive and early; great for short, cool seasons. A customer favorite for containers, six-pack sales and CSAs. Grown for generations in the Monongahela National Forest region of West Virginia.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Beefsteak Determinate59–81 days
Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
70 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. Beefsteak Determinate Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, determinate, slicing tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. The plant produces bright red fruits that are 10 ounces and can even get up to 2 pounds. The fruits are slightly ribbed and are an excellent slicer with a rich sub-acid flavor. Its flesh is meaty and juicy, perfect for any sandwich or burger. ~6,800 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Better Boy Plus Hybrid59–81 days
Vegetable; Annual
Resistance: HR: Alternaria Alternata; Alternaria Stem Canker; Fusarium Wilt; Fusarium Wilt 1; Gray Leaf Spot; Late Blight; Root Knot Nematode; Verticillium Wilt; Verticillium Wilt 1
70 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Better Boy Tomato. Non-GMO, annual, hybrid, indeterminate, slicing tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Resistant to Alternaria Stem Canker, Fusarium Wilt, Gray Leaf Spot, Root Knot Nematode, and Verticillium Wilt. A vigorous, high-yielding favorite, Better Boy produces large, smooth, meaty deep-red fruits weighing around a pound each on tall plants that benefit from staking or caging.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Chocolate Cherry59–81 days
Vegetable; Annual; Container
70 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Chocolate Cherry Tomato. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, indeterminate, cherry tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, greenhouses, and containers. An attractive cherry tomato with an exceptionally rich and tangy flavor, its reddish-brown fruits are borne in clusters on a vigorous, indeterminate plant that produces all season long.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Czech Bush59–81 days
Non-GMO; Container; Vegetable; Annual
70 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. Czech Bush Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, hybrid, determinate, salad tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, greenhouses, and containers. Stakeless, strong, low-growing plants produce heavy yields of round red 4 oz. fruit. ~6800 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Red Pear59–81 days
Heirloom; Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
70 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Red Pear Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, indeterminate cherry tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. The Red Pear tomato seeds, also known as teardrop tomatoes, have many benefits. Red Pear tomatoes are well known to provide healthy nutrients and taste rich. Tomatoes have the highest concentration of lycopene, a greatly beneficial antioxidant to support cardiovascular health and even helps prevent and treat cancer. Approximately 10,000 seeds per oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Super Sioux59–81 days
Heirloom; Non-GMO; Container; Vegetable; Annual
70 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Super Sioux Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, warm season annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, heat tolerant, drought tolerant, semi-determinate, salad tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, greenhouses, and containers. Super Sioux are 4-ounce red globes that contain thick wall flesh. This variety is ACS-resistant and sets well during high temperatures. Perfect for hot, dry areas. ~6,800 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Supersweet 100 Hybrid59–81 days
Vegetable; Annual; F1 hybrid; indeterminate
Resistance: HR: Early Blight; Fusarium Wilt; Fusarium Wilt 1; Late Blight; Tobacco Mosaic Virus; Verticillium Wilt; Verticillium Wilt 1; Verticillium Wilt 2
70 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. Supersweet 100 Hybrid Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, F1 hybrid, indeterminate, cherry tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, greenhouses, containers, and large hanging baskets. Resistant to Early Blight, Fusarium Wilt, Fusarium Wilt 1, Late Blight, Tobacco Mosaic Virus, Verticillium Wilt, Verticillium Wilt 1, and Verticillium Wilt 2. It is a favorite among foodies as it is packed with flavor and contains more vitamin C than other varieties. Grows in long clusters of quarter-sized tomatoes. Supersweet 100 has a long growing season, allowing you to harvest many times over the summer. Harvest when tomatoes show deep red color and are firm to the touch.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Yellow Plum59–81 days
Heirloom; Vegetable; Annual; open-pollinated; indeterminate
70 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Yellow Plum Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, warm season annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, indeterminate, salad tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Similar to the Yellow Pear Cherry tomatoes but larger! This indeterminate garden tomato bears fruits a little smaller than lemons. ~10,000 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Enroza F160–80 days
Indeterminate; 6-10 oz
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Crown & Root Rot; Fusarium Wilt; Leaf Mold; Tomato Mosaic Virus (0-2); Verticillium Wilt; Tomato Apex Necrotic Virus · IR: Grey Leaf Spot
Clean, round fruits with rose coloration on high-yielding plants with delicious, balanced flavor. Highly productive plants set fruit continuously, providing a long harvest window. Plants have excellent disease resistance for high tunnel production. Fruit is dense, juicy and remarkably clean and uniform, making for a unique, desirable pink tomato with exceptional, commercial performance.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Indigo Apple60–80 days
Indeterminate; 4-6 oz
Beautiful and early variety with fruits that turn shiny black in the sun. Rich in the powerful antioxidant anthocyanin, these large, stunning fruits offer mild, aromatic tomato flavor improved by full ripening from shiny black to matte purple. Resists cracking and sunscald with some resistance to late blight. Bred by Brad Gates using an original cross made by PKS Heirlooms in Copemish, MI.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸MaiTai F160–80 days
Indeterminate; 6-10 oz
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Crown & Root Rot; Fusarium Wilt (0,1); Leaf Mold; Tomato Mosaic Virus (0-2); Verticillium Wilt; Tomato Apex Necrotic Virus
Attractive, round yellow greenhouse tomato with a beautiful red blush on blossom end. Fruit has high eating quality with a rich, sweet and tangy flavor. Skin is thin, adding to its delicate, refined texture. Plants have good vigor and are highly productive with leaf mold resistance for improved high tunnel production. From Vitalis Organic Seeds. GinFiz F1 Enroza F1
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Starlight60–80 days
HMOS EXCLUSIVE; Indeterminate; 0.25 oz
Slender yellow grape tomatoes simply glow in clamshell containers. Slightly later to mature than the rest of Galaxy Suite collection, but worth the wait for these special yellow morsels that will continue to ripen until frost and hold well through storage and transport. Plants are prolific and require diligent trellising. Exceptional flavor and a unique shape you won’t find anywhere else, Starlight was the first Galaxy Suite tomato that won us over. Part of High Mowing’s exclusive Galaxy Suite tomato collection bred by Philip Griffiths of Cornell University. A portion of the sales of this variety is paid to the breeder.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Celebrity Plus Hybrid61–83 days
AAS Winner; Vegetable; Annual
Resistance: HR: Alternaria Stem Canker; Fusarium Wilt; Fusarium Wilt 1; Fusarium Wilt 2; Gray Leaf Spot; Root Knot Nematode; Tobacco Mosaic Virus; Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus; Verticillium Wilt
72 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Celebrity Plus Hybrid Tomato. Non-GMO, annual, hybrid, AAS winner, semi-determinate, slicing tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Resistant to Alternaria Stem Canker, Fusarium Wilt, Gray Leaf Spot, Root Knot Nematode, Tobacco Mosaic Virus, and Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus. A dependable, widely adapted variety producing heavy clusters of firm, flavorful medium-large red fruits on sturdy, productive plants.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Cherokee Purple61–83 days
Indeterminate; Field or greenhouse; 12-16 oz
Large beefsteak fruits with mauve-purple skin, green shoulders and red flesh. The most popular of the “black” tomatoes for its outstanding flavor and texture. Widely grown by gardeners and market growers alike. A popular heirloom for the greenhouse. Believed to trace back over 100 years to the Cherokee tribe.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸CubaLibre F161–83 days
Indeterminate; 6.6-8.6 oz
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Wilt (0,1); Leaf Mold; Tomato Apex Necrotic Virus; Tomato Mosaic Virus (0 -2) · IR: Powdery Mildew
Gorgeous, purple fruits with a clean, round appearance on vigorous, tidy plants. This hyloom has all the beauty of an heirloom with the vigor of a selected hybrid. Producing abundantly in the greenhouse, plants are compact and covered in fruits bursting with flavor. Coloration is similar to Cherokee Purple with slightly less pronounced green shoulders. An attractive fruit for commercial production. From Vitalis Organic Seeds.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Jet Star Hybrid61–83 days
Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Wilt; Fusarium Wilt 1; Verticillium Wilt
72 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Jet Star Hybrid Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, warm season annual, F1 hybrid, indeterminate, slicing tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Resistant to Fusarium Wilt, Fusarium Wilt 1, and Verticillium Wilt. This indeterminate variety is sturdy and compact. Low acid Jet Star Tomatoes are firm and crack- resistant. Medium- large tomatoes are perfect in a salads, canning, sauces, or on a BLT. ~6,800 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Marglobe61–83 days
Heirloom; Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Wilt; Verticillium Wilt
Marglobe is a classic American heirloom slicing tomato introduced in the 1920s, producing smooth, deep scarlet-red, globe-shaped fruits with firm, meaty walls that resist cracking. The determinate vines set their main crop around 72 days from transplant and offer good resistance to Fusarium and Verticillium wilt. A dependable choice for slicing, canning, and sauces in home gardens, raised beds, and greenhouses.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Pruden’s Purple61–83 days
Indeterminate; 12-16 oz
Rivals Brandywine as the best-flavored heirloom tomato with silky texture. Pruden’s is not really purple, but rather a deep pink with slight shoulder ribbing. Fruits are large, often close to 1 lb each, but smaller with a more refined fruit shape than Brandywine and without the hard core. Plants have potato-shaped leaves.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Big Beef Hybrid62–84 days
AAS Winner; Vegetable; Annual
Resistance: HR: Alternaria Stem Canker; Fusarium Wilt 1; Fusarium Wilt 2; Fusarium Wilt 3; Gray Leaf Spot; Root Knot Nematode; Tomato Mosaic Virus; Tobacco Mosaic Virus; Verticillium Wilt; Verticillium Wilt 1
73 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Big Beef Hybrid Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, F1 hybrid, AAS winner 1994, heat tolerant, drought tolerant, indeterminate, slicing tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, greenhouses, containers, and large hanging baskets. Resistant to Alternaria Stem Canker, Fusarium Wilt 1, Fusarium Wilt 2, Fusarium Wilt 3, Gray Leaf Spot, Root Knot Nematode, Tomato Mosaic Virus, Tobacco Mosaic Virus, Verticillium Wilt, and Verticillium Wilt 1. This well-loved variety produces exceptionally fine, slightly acidic tomatoes. Expect high yields of 10-to-12 oz. fruits that are either deeply oblate or globe shaped. ~8,100 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Damsel F162–84 days
Indeterminate; Field or greenhouse; 12 oz
Resistance: HR: Late Blight; Root Knot Nematodes; Verticillium Wilt
Heirloom color and flavor in a late blight-resistant pink tomato. Our customers have been consistently impressed with the flavor of this tomato, saying that it’s a strong seller at markets. This variety performs like a hybrid but tastes like an heirloom. A farmer trialing it in Massachusetts said she couldn't keep up with her chefs' orders because they loved that it held for several days at peak ripeness. Yields are strong and vines are moderately vigorous, though skin may crack under stress. Bred by Dr. Jason Cavatorta of EarthWork Seeds.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Granadero F162–84 days
4-5 oz
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Wilt (0-1); Powdery Mildew; Tomato Mosaic Virus (0-2); Verticillium Wilt · IR: Root Knot Nematodes; Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus • Indeterminate
High-yielding and perfectly shaped plum tomato with a disease resistant punch. Unblemished and uniform with lovely oval shape, smooth skin and bright red color. Best variety for heavy yields of uniform sauce tomatoes. Performs well in open field, unheated tunnel or heated greenhouse conditions.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Cherokee Carbon F164–86 days
Indeterminate; Field tomato; Crack resistant; 10-12 oz
Dusky-purple beefsteak tomato developed from a cross between two taste- test-winning heirlooms. This remarkable tomato boasts the resiliency and crack resistance of a hybrid plant while still maintaining the beauty and flavor of the heirlooms that created it. A perfect mix of Cherokee Purple and Carbon, this tomato provides for the greatest tomato sandwich you have ever had. Tall plants are prolific and productive and will generate fruit all the way up to first frost. From our partners at PanAmerican Seed.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸German Johnson64–86 days
Indeterminate; 8-16 oz
High-yielding, vigorous plants with deep pink fruits bearing earlier than other Brandywine-types. Medium sized fruits are crack-resistant, have few seeds and are good for slicing, cooking, or canning. Fruits are acidic with a creamy texture and exceptional flavor.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Gum Drop Black Hybrid64–86 days
Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
75 days to maturity from transplant. Solanum lycopersicum. Non-GMO, F1 hybrid, indeterminate cherry tomato. Produces 1-inch round, deep burgundy-black fruits with contrasting emerald-green stripes and a sweet, tangy flavor with a hint of smokiness. Plants are productive and benefit from staking or caging. Suitable for garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Iron Lady F164–86 days
Determinate; 5 oz
Resistance: HR: Early Blight; Fusarium Wilt (1,2); Late Blight; Septoria Leaf Spot; Verticillium Wilt
Fight the blight with this disease resistant red slicer. Impressive resistance to late blight, early blight, septoria and more. Fine-textured fruit is both dense and juicy with good tomato flavor. Must be planted away from other tomatoes to prevent early blight. From our collaboration with Cornell University and North Carolina State University. A portion of the sales of this variety is paid to the breeder.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Mountain Merit F164–86 days
Determinate; 8-10 oz
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Wilt (1-3); Root Knot Nematodes; Grey Leaf Spot; Verticillium Wilt · IR: Late Blight; Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus
Flavorful, determinate red slicer for the field with exceptional disease resistance. High performing, outdoor slicer with large disease package and regional adaptability. An All-America Selections Winner for superior productivity and flavor, fruit is deep red with firm flesh. Excellent field-holding quality and very reliable in variable conditions.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Pink Boar64–86 days
Indeterminate; 2-4 oz
Gorgeous wine-red fruits with metallic green striping on vigorous vines. Strong plants loaded with rich, sweet juicy fruits perfect for slicing as an hors d’oeuvre with basil and mozzarella. Deep pink skin is stunning with contrasting olive stripes and luscious deep red flesh. An irresistible treat for chefs and farmers markets. Offers great performance with excellent crack resistance. From the Wild Boar series; bred by Brad Gates. CHERRY / GRAPE - .25-2 oz
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Plum Perfect F164–86 days
Determinate; 4 oz
Resistance: HR: Late Blight; Verticillium Wilt · IR: Fusarium Wilt; Root Knot Nematode
Superior-flavored and textured, disease resistant plum with good yields in both greenhouse and field conditions. Highly productive plum variety with a long list of disease resistances performs well even when other tomato plants are succumbing to disease pressure. Excellent resistance to late blight. Later ripening for a late succession harvest. A portion of the sales of this variety is paid to the breeder. Unavailable in 2024
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Rose de Berne64–86 days
Indeterminate; Resists cracking; 4-8 oz
Beautiful rose-pink Swiss heirloom with big flavor and crack resistance. A chart topper in our taste tests, the medium sized fruits, with soft yet durable skin, have an even balance of acidity and sweetness that is perfect for a sandwich or in a quick tomato sauce. Earlier to ripen than other larger varieties and a consistent producer well into the season.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Sausage64–86 days
Heirloom; Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
75 days to maturity from transplant. Solanum lycopersicum. Non-GMO, open-pollinated, heirloom, indeterminate paste tomato. Produces elongated, sausage-shaped fruits with low seed content that work beautifully in sauces and tomato pastes. Vining plants benefit from staking or caging.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Tasti-Lee F164–86 days
Determinate; Good leaf cover; Superior flavor; 6-9 oz
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Wilt (1-3); Verticillium Wilt
Impressive producers of brilliant red fruits with extended eating quality post-harvest. These determinate plants produce abundant crops of slightly flattened fruits that maintain excellent eating quality long after picking. Plants provide shade to ripening fruit, protecting developing tomatoes from sunscald. Highly resistant to both fusarium wilt and verticillium wilt, it is a standout performer in both the greenhouse and the field. The perfect balance of sweetness and acidity makes this tomato a favorite of those who love the classic red tomato. From our partners at Bejo Seeds.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Gardener's Delight/Sugar Lump65–70 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Small (1"-2" round)
If you’ve ever tasted a super sweet cherry tomato from the store that made you want to grow your own, it was likely a Gardener’s Delight Tomato. This German heirloom, aka Sugar Lump, produces prolific clusters of 6-12 small 1"-2" fruits with firm skin and sweet, sweet summer flavor. It’s also an early delight that ripens in 65 days. Super sweet flavor Firm skin High yields Early producer
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Small (1"-2" round)|Depth to plant seeds: 1/8" deep|Spacing between plants: 24" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 65-70 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸La Roma IV Hybrid65–87 days
Vegetable; Annual
Resistance: HR: Alternaria Stem Canker; Fusarium Wilt 1; Fusarium Wilt 2; Gray Leaf Spot; Root Knot Nematode; Verticillium Wilt
76 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. La Roma IV Hybrid Tomato. Non-GMO, annual, F1 hybrid, determinate, paste tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Resistant to Alternaria Stem Canker, Fusarium Wilt 1, Fusarium Wilt 2, Gray Leaf Spot, Root Knot Nematode, and Verticillium Wilt. These meaty 5-8 oz roma-type tomatoes yield an abundant crop on compact determinate plants and are excellent for sauces, paste, and canning.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Mini Orange65–85 days
Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
65-85 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Mini Orange Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, warm season annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, indeterminate, salad tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Produces small, smooth, round, bright-orange fruits about the size of a golf ball. Grows in clusters of 4-6. Fruit sets continue when night temps are above 70 degrees F, recommended for hot southern areas. ~ 6,800 seeds/ounce.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Pear, Red65–75 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Small
With a history as old as America herself, the Red Pear Tomato has been a delicious tradition in thousands of gardens. Vigorous vines are loaded with hundreds of small, sweet pear-shaped fruits with a nice acidic bite. Early maturity is a bonus for Northern zones with a short growing season. Try roasting or pickling them for your Fourth of July celebration. Very high yields Sweet and acidic flavor Early producer Good for a short growing season SEED PLANTING INFO Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning Tomato size: Small Depth to plant seeds: 1/8" deep Spacing between plants: 24" apart Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days Germination soil temps: 75F-95F Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH Sun needs: Full sun Frost hardy: No Planting season: Spring, summer # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft. Days to maturity: 65-75 days Click here to view our full Tomato grow guide Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Burpee Big Boy Hybrid66–90 days
Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
78 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Burpee Big Boy Hybrid Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, warm season annual, organic, F1 hybrid, indeterminate, slicing tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. This variety i is a heavy producer of large, meaty, thick-walled fruits weighing around 1 lb. each. The indeterminate vines of the Burpee Big Boy tomato plant are strong and vigorous, and the scarlet-colored fruit makes a delicious addition to sandwiches and burgers as well as salads and sauces. ~6,800 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Marmalade F166–90 days
HMOS EXCLUSIVE; Loy's Choice™; Semi-determinate; 8-10 oz
Resistance: IR: Fusarium Wilt; Verticillium Wilt
An orange slicing tomato as sweet as the reds, formerly sold as Sunkist F1. The unblemished fruits are slightly flattened with firm flesh and perform well in the greenhouse or field. Midsize fruit averages roughly 8-10 oz. Bred by Dr. Brent Loy of the University of New Hampshire.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Peacevine66–90 days
Indeterminate; Resists cracking; 0.5-1 oz
Prolific red cherries with delicious flavor. A de-hybridized selection of Sweet 100 F1, known for its incredible flavor and resistance to cracking. Produces high yields of uniform bright crimson 1” tomatoes. Very high in Vitamin C and amino acids. Bred by Peace Seeds.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Yellow Pear66–90 days
Heirloom; Vegetable; Annual; heat tolerant; open-pollinated; indeterminate
78 days to maturity from transplant. Solanum lycopersicum. Non-GMO, open-pollinated, heirloom, indeterminate cherry tomato. Produces small, bright yellow pear-shaped fruits with a mild, sweet flavor on vigorous, productive plants. Heat tolerant and suitable for garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Yellow Pear (Organic)66–90 days
Heirloom; Organic; Vegetable; Annual
Yellow Pear is an indeterminate, open-pollinated heirloom cherry tomato maturing in about 70-80 days. It produces abundant clusters of small, mild, low-acid pear-shaped fruits with a bright yellow color that brighten salads and fresh dishes. Vigorous vines bear heavily until frost and do well in garden beds, raised beds, and greenhouses.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Amish Paste68–92 days
Indeterminate; Few seeds; 8-12 oz
Bright red, heart-shaped fruits with meaty, juicy texture. The classic paste tomato— flavorful and juicy enough for slicing with great meatiness for cooking down. Very few seeds, which can make sauces and pastes bitter. Sweeter flavor than other paste tomatoes.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Arbason F168–92 days
Indeterminate; 7-9 oz
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Wilt (0-1); Tomato Mosaic Virus (0-2); Verticillium Wilt
Reliable producer of large, high-quality tomatoes with good flavor. A high performer in the University of Maine trials when evaluated for flavor and yields. Harvest when fully ripe for best flavor; resists cracking. Prune to 4-5 fruits/cluster for larger fruit. From our partners at Vitalis Organic Seeds.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Beefmaster Hybrid68–92 days
Vegetable; Annual; F1 hybrid; indeterminate
Resistance: HR: Alternaria Stem Canker; Bacterial Spot; Fusarium Wilt; Fusarium Wilt 1; Gray Leaf Spot; Root Knot Nematode; Verticillium Wilt
80 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Beefmaster Hybrid Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, F1 hybrid, indeterminate, slicing tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, greenhouses. Resistant to Alternaria Stem Canker, Bacterial Spot, Fusarium Wilt, Fusarium Wilt 1, Gray Leaf Spot, Root Knot Nematode, and Verticillium Wilt. Beefmaster hybrid tomato seeds grow strong, indeterminate vines. These heavy fruits often weigh over 1 lb. ~# seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Caiman F168–92 days
Indeterminate; 12 oz
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Wilt; Leaf Mold; Tomato Mosaic Virus; Verticillium Wilt · IR: Root Knot Nematodes; Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus
Large, disease-resistant red greenhouse tomato with full, rich flavor and attractive creased shoulders reminiscent of an heirloom. Shiny, bright red fruits grow in clusters of 4-6 on vigorous plants and hold well on the vine. Plants have short internodes and good fruit set even in hot weather. Recommended for the field or high tunnels. BEEFSTEAK - 12-16 oz
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Cream Sausage68–92 days
Non-GMO; Container; Vegetable; Annual
80 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. Variety name Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, determinate, paste tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, greenhouses, and containers. A unique variety with creamy white skin and flesh, great for container gardens. Each tomato is about 3 in. long and shaped like a sausage. ~6,800 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Culinary Blend68–92 days
Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
80 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Culinary Blend Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, warm season annual, open-pollinated, indeterminate, slicing, paste, salad, and cherry tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. We have chosen these varieties from many summer taste tests. Our customers from all over the world have passed on their best of the best. We have created this blend for home gardeners and chefs. ~6,800 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Rainbow Cherry Mix (Organic)68–92 days
Heirloom; Open Pollinated; Organic; Vegetable; Annual; indeterminate
An organic blend of open-pollinated, indeterminate cherry tomatoes that ripen in a mix of colors including red, yellow, orange, purple, and green, maturing around 80 days from transplant. The bite-size fruits are sweet and make a colorful addition to salads and fresh dishes. Vigorous vines do best with staking or caging in garden plots, raised beds, or greenhouses.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸San Marzano68–92 days
Indeterminate; Few seeds; 4 oz
Classic Italian favorite with high yields; excellent, richly-flavored tomato for preserving. Prized for its firm pulp, low seed count and easily removed skin. Medium sized fruits are slightly larger than Roma VF but smaller than Gilbertie and Amish Paste. Resists cracking and holds well both on the vine and in storage. Heavy yields.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Striped Paste68–92 days
Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
80 days to maturity from transplant. Solanum lycopersicum. Non-GMO, open-pollinated, indeterminate paste tomato. Produces an abundant crop of yellow paste tomatoes with red to pink stripes on the skin. Suitable for garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Atkinson70–80 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Medium
The Atkinson Tomato was born and raised for hot, humid summers—in other words, Southern gardens. Strong vines produce good yields of meaty, firm, and glossy red tomatoes. Whether fresh, canned, or cooked, you can pass a month of Sundays savoring its old-fashioned tomato flavor. Meaty and smooth Heat tolerant Drought tolerant Great for Southern gardens SEED PLANTING INFO Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning Tomato size: Medium Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep Spacing between plants: 24" apart Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days Germination soil temps: 75F-95F Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH Sun needs: Full sun Frost hardy: No Planting season: Spring, summer # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft. Days to maturity: 70-80 days Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Black Krim70–80 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Medium
The Black Krim Tomato is as unusual as it is flavorful. Hailing from the Black Sea region of Russia, this robust tomato ripens to a unique mix of deep brown shoulders atop smoky red bodies with reddish-green flesh. Reliably produces ½-1lb fruits with a rich, slightly salty flavor. Dress up a sandwich or cook up a Khrenovina sauce. Rich, dark coloring Rich, salty flavor Good fresh or cooked Darkens with direct sun exposure SEED PLANTING INFO Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning Tomato size: Medium Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep Spacing between plants: 24" apart Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days Germination soil temps: 75F-95F Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH Sun needs: Full sun Frost hardy: No Planting season: Spring, summer # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft. Days to maturity: 70-80 days Click here to view our full Tomato grow guide Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Brandywine70–94 days
Indeterminate; 16 oz
Big, beautiful fruits that first brought recognition to the term heirloom. Well known and loved for its perfect flavor balance of sugars and acids. Delicious, deep rose-scarlet flesh is smooth and incredibly juicy. Pick just before ripe to avoid cracking. Potato-leaf variety.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Chadwick Cherry70–90 days
Heirloom; Organic; Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
70 to 90 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. Tomato - Chadwick Cherry Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, organic, open-pollinated, heirloom, indeterminate cherry tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. As an indeterminate heirloom plant, these larger cherry tomatoes continue to provide clusters of 1-2 oz bright-red fruit for as long as the warm season lasts in your region. With vigorous vines, Organic Chadwick Cherry varieties reach 8-10" tall and need a stake or trellis for support. As Alan Chadwick first developed these cherry tomatoes to be disease and crack-resistant, their sturdy growth develops into a rich and full-flavored balance between sweet and tangy! ~ 10,000 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Cherry, Red (Large)70–80 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Small (1" round)
If we were going to write a short intro about the Large Red Cherry Tomato, we wouldn’t describe them as “cute little things,” decorating your garden like “heavy clusters of small, ruby jewels” that are “bursting with sweet flavor,” and suggest you “mix them with Black Cherry Tomatoes for an ode to a ladybug." No. We would write it in the bullet points, like this: Cute little things Clusters of small, ruby jewels Sweet flavor Mix with Black Cherry Tomatoes for an ode to a ladybug 🐞
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Small (1" round)|Depth to plant seeds: 1/8" deep|Spacing between plants: 24" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 70-80 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Cherry, Red (Small)70–80 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Small ( ½" round)
The Small Red Cherry Tomato produces small red cherry tomatoes. Not Large Red Cherry Tomatoes. Small ones and lots of them. Small, like ½" small Bursting with flavor
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Small ( ½" round)|Depth to plant seeds: 1/8" deep|Spacing between plants: 24" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 70-80 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Cherry, White70–75 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Small (1" round)
You say you want a cherry tomato that is not red? And small enough to eat a handful in the garden? And sweet enough to be called a treat? Behold the White Cherry Tomato. The 1" fruit ripens from white to pale yellow, and has a super sweet, tangy flavor. Toss these little darlings on a bed of Red Leaf Lettuce for a beautiful & delicious salad. Sweet, tangy flavor High yields Early producer Darkens with direct sun exposure
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Small (1" round)|Depth to plant seeds: 1/8" deep|Spacing between plants: 24" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 70-75 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Chocolate Sprinkles F170–80 days
Indeterminate; Robust plants; 1 oz
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Wilt; Root Knot Nematodes; Tomato Mosaic Virus
Bite-sized tomatoes with gorgeous, unique coloration and delightfully sweet flavor. Fruits are a deep red with brilliant green streaks. Trusses are thick and covered in crack- resistant fruit. Plants produce high yields over a long harvest window, perfect for home gardeners seeking an ever-bearing plant for continual harvest or greenhouse growers seeking to fully utilize vertical space. From our partners at PanAmerican Seed.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Cocktail True Red Hybrid70–75 days
Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
70-75 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Cocktail True Red F1 Hybrid Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, F1 hybrid, determinate, salad tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, greenhouses, and containers. Cocktail True Red F1 Tomato Seeds are a wonderful find from our 2018 Tomato Trials! This determinate cocktail tomato has heavy sets of 2-ounce red fruits. ~6800 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Floradade70–75 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Medium
Most tomato varieties don’t like nighttime temps above 75F, but the Floradade Tomato takes no notice. Neither does it concern itself with humidity or daytime temps over 95F. It happily minds its business, producing heavy yields of medium-sized slicers with bright red skin and flesh, and a flavor that’s well-balanced between sweet and acidic. It even ripens the fruits quickly. Extremely heat tolerant High yields Quick to ripen Good for Southern gardens SEED PLANTING INFO Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum Growth type: Determinate, tomato cage support, no pruning Tomato size: Medium Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep Spacing between plants: 24" apart Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days Germination soil temps: 75F-95F Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH Sun needs: Full sun Frost hardy: No Planting season: Spring, summer # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft. Days to maturity: 70-75 days Click here to view our full Tomato grow guide Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
Growing notes: Start seed indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost and transplant after danger of frost has passed into full sun and rich, well-drained soil, spacing plants 18-24 inches apart in rows 3-4 feet apart. Floradade is a determinate, heat-tolerant variety that sets fruit well in high temperatures, making it well suited to hot, humid regions. Provide consistent moisture and stake or cage the bushy 3-4 foot plants. Fruit matures in roughly 75-85 days from transplant.
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Green Grape70–80 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Small (1" oval)
The Green Grape Tomato produces clusters of 6-8 fruits on a compact plant all summer long. The slightly oblong 1" fruits turn a light yellow-green when ripe, with a sweet, sharp flavor that’s a bit like citrus. These look so much like green grapes, you may be tempted to make vino de tomato verde, but please resist. Sweet, citrus flavor Reliable producer High yields Good for containers
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Small (1" oval)|Depth to plant seeds: 1/8" deep|Spacing between plants: 24" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 70-80 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Green Sausage70–80 days
Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
80-100 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Green Sausage Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, indeterminate, paste tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Green Sausage Tomatoes are bushy plants with elongated fruit and a shape resembling sausage. They have green skin with faint yellow stripes. The delicious green flesh makes tasty fresh green salsa. ~6,800 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Marglobe Improved70–80 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Medium
Marglobe Improved is an open-pollinated, determinate tomato that produces medium, round red fruit suited to slicing, sauce, and canning. The compact plants set much of their crop over a shorter period than indeterminate vines. Use a sturdy cage, grow in full sun, and expect maturity roughly 70 to 80 days after transplanting.
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Determinate; cage or stake for support|Tomato size: Medium|Depth to plant seeds: .25 inch|Spacing between plants: 24 inches|Spacing between rows: 36-48 inches|Days to germinate: 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil pH: 6.0-6.5|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|Plants per sq. ft.: About 1 plant per 2 sq. ft.|Days to maturity: 70-80 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Marglobe Supreme70–80 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Medium
The Marglobe Supreme Tomato has been producing reliable yields of marvelous scarlet globes with supreme tomato flavor for more than 100 years. These time-tested juicy slicers are smooth, firm, and stocky with good old-fashioned tomato flavor. Supremely satisfying when eaten fresh, canned, or sun-dried. Juicy slicers Reliable producer Good tomato flavor Good fresh or cooked
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Medium|Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep|Spacing between plants: 24" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 70-80 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Principe Borghese70–75 days
Heirloom; Non-GMO; Container; Vegetable; Annual
70-75 days to maturity from transplant. Solanum lycopersicum. Non-GMO, open-pollinated, heirloom, determinate paste tomato. Produces small, plum-shaped red fruits that are prized in Italy for sun-drying and sauces due to their rich, concentrated flavor. Suitable for garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Arkansas Traveler72–98 days
Heirloom; Vegetable; Annual; open-pollinated; heat tolerant; drought tolerant; indeterminate
85 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. Arkansas Traveler Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, heat tolerant, drought tolerant, indeterminate, salad tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. This variety produces 6 to 8-ounce red fruits that have a nearly tear-drop shape. The fruits are meaty and have an outstanding flavor - ideal for sauces and fresh eating. True to its name, this variety was developed at the University of Arkansas for better crack resistance and heat tolerance. It became available to the public in 1971. ~ 10,000 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Fox Cherry72–98 days
Heirloom; Organic; Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
85 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. Organic Fox Cherry Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, organic, open-pollinated, heirloom, indeterminate cherry tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. With large potato leaves to shield them from the sun, Fox Cherry Tomatoes are an excellent addition to any garden. ~ 7,500 Seeds/ounce.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Gilbertie72–98 days
Indeterminate; 10-12 oz
Luxurious tomatoes with beautiful coloration, unmatched flavor and near perfect texture. This variety has been featured in our catalog since 1996 and for good reason; it is a cherished heirloom paste tomato that is so delicious, it is readily eaten raw or cooked. It has a small seed cavity, with plenty of velvety flesh for soups and sauces. The slender, 7” long fruit has a very stylish shape with a pointed tip and crook in the neck which has slight, yellow striping. Given to Founder Tom Stearns by Mel Bristol of Sherman, CT.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Mountain Magic F172–75 days
Indeterminate; 2 oz
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Wilt (1,2,3); Late Blight; Verticillium Wilt · IR: Early Blight
Cocktail sized fruit with the flavor you crave and the blight resistance you need. High-yielding like the best hybrid varieties, Mountain Magic F1 has become a staple for tomato growers both in the field and in the greenhouse. Sweet, crack-resistant fruits are suitable for harvesting as full trusses. From our partners at Bejo Seeds.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Rio Fuego72–98 days
Heirloom; Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
85 days to maturity from transplant. Solanum lycopersicum. Non-GMO, open-pollinated, heirloom, determinate paste tomato for processing. A traditional Italian heirloom known for its zesty flavor, thick walls, and rich, meaty texture, producing fruit in tight clusters. Suitable for garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸San Marzano Indeterminate72–98 days
Heirloom; Vegetable; Annual; indeterminate
An indeterminate paste tomato maturing in about 85 days from transplant. This classic Italian heirloom, introduced in the 1920s, produces elongated, meaty plum-shaped fruits with few seeds that are prized for sauce, canning, and paste. Open-pollinated vines benefit from staking and crop over a long season.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸San Marzano Indeterminate (Organic)72–98 days
Heirloom; Organic; Vegetable; Annual
85 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. San Marzano Indeterminate (Organic) Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, organic, heirloom, indeterminate, paste tomato. Often compared to the famous Roma tomato in terms of shape, size, and flavor, San Marzano seeds grow a traditional Italian cultivar commercially produced throughout the 20th century. Introduced in 1926, the San Marzano seed has become an Italian staple where it is known locally in Valle del Sarno as Pomodoro San Marzano dell'Agro Sarnese-Nocerino. ~7,500 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Super Italian Paste73–97 days
Heirloom; Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
73-97 days to maturity from transplant. Solanum lycopersicum. Non-GMO, open-pollinated, heirloom, indeterminate paste tomato. Produces large, elongated fruits up to ten ounces and 6 inches long with meaty flesh, excellent for making smooth, rich tomato paste and sauces. Suitable for garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Ace 5575–80 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Medium
The Ace 55 Tomato is a cultivar known for its consistent production of medium-to-large red tomatoes. This variety is particularly valued for its ability to yield reliable harvests, making it a popular choice among both novice and experienced gardeners. The fruit typically exhibits a robust flavor profile, characterized by low acidity, which enhances its appeal for fresh consumption. One of the key attributes of the Ace 55 Tomato is its versatility in culinary applications. The tomatoes are best enjoyed fresh, allowing their natural sweetness and hearty flavor to shine. A common recommendation is to incorporate these tomatoes into salads, where they can be paired with fresh basil. This combination not only elevates the dish's flavor but also serves a practical purpose; basil is known for its ability to deter pests such as hornworms, which can be detrimental to tomato plants. In terms of cultivation, the Ace 55 Tomato thrives in well-drained soil and requires adequate sunlight to reach its full potential. Gardeners should ensure that the plants receive sufficient water, particularly during dry spells, to maintain healthy growth and fruit development. Regular monitoring for pests and diseases is also advisable to ensure a bountiful harvest. Overall, the Ace 55 Tomato stands out as a reliable and flavorful option for home gardeners looking to enhance their vegetable gardens with quality produce. Its ease of growth and delicious taste make it a worthwhile addition to any garden. Good for containers Reliable producer Low acidity Hearty flavor SEED PLANTING INFO Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum Growth type: Determinate, tomato cage support, no pruning Tomato size: Medium Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep Spacing between plants: 24" apart Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days Germination soil temps: 75F-95F Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH Sun needs: Full sun Frost hardy: No Planting season: Spring, summer # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft. Days to maturity: 75-80 days Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Beefsteak, Pink75–85 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Large
With its lovely pink hue, the Pink Beefsteak Tomato starts out rather interesting. Add to that a small seed core, hefty 2-3 lb slightly ribbed fruits, and well-balanced flavor, and it becomes very interesting. Delicious too. Use in all your fresh or cooked recipes. Extra large fruits Meaty and mild Smooth, even flavor High yields
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Large|Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep|Spacing between plants: 24"-36" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 3 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 75-85 days|Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Beefsteak, Ponderosa Red75–80 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Large
The Ponderosa Red Beefsteak Tomato produces meaty, bright red fruit with mild, sweet flavor. This low-acid ribbed slicer has very few seeds, so there’s more flesh to savor. Strong vines support heavy production, so stake well. Eat them any way you can think of. Old-fashioned tomato flavor High yields Low acidity Good fresh or cooked
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Large|Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep|Spacing between plants: 24"-36" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 3 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 75-80 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Beefsteak, Yellow75–85 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Large
You’re looking for a big sunny tomato, you say? With low acidity and a small seed core, you say? Well, say hello to the Yellow Beefsteak Tomato. We see that “big” description, so prepare your table for 1-2 lb ribbed fruits that shine with mild sweetness. Now that you’ve got your perfect tomato, will you make a sunny salad or a golden tomato sauce? Juicy slicer Sweet, mild flavor Small seed core Good fresh or cooked SEED PLANTING INFO Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning Tomato size: Large Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep Spacing between plants: 24"-36" apart Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days Germination soil temps: 75F-95F Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH Sun needs: Full sun Frost hardy: No Planting season: Spring, summer # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 3 sq. ft. Days to maturity: 75-85 days Click here to view our full Tomato grow guide Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Bonny Best75–80 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Medium
The Bonny Best Tomato has a century-old reputation as a canning and ketchup tomato due to its small seed core, acidity, and firm texture, but it’s secretly great as a fresh slicer. This high-yielder produces picture-perfect medium, round, bright red fruits with hearty flavor. A great all-around tomato with many flavorful uses. Acidic Small seed core What you picture when you picture a tomato Good fresh or cooked SEED PLANTING INFO Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning Tomato size: Medium Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep Spacing between plants: 24" apart Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days Germination soil temps: 75F-95F Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH Sun needs: Full sun Frost hardy: No Planting season: Spring, summer # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft. Days to maturity: 75-80 days Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Bradley75–80 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Medium
The Bradley Tomato is a sweet little pink tomato. By sweet, we mean lightly sweet and slightly acidic. By little, well, that’s just what you say when you describe something darling; it’s a medium-sized fruit. As for pink, it’s a dark pink. To be precise, it’s a lightly sweet and slightly acidic medium-sized dark pink tomato. A reliable producer with good-old fashioned tomato flavor. Well-balanced flavor Dark pink color Reliable producer Good fresh or cooked
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Medium|Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep|Spacing between plants: 24" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 75-80 days|Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Calypso75–80 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Medium
The Calypso Tomato is often referred to as a “common salad tomato". Calypso is tolerant of heat and humidity, and great for Southern gardens. Common tomato flavor Common tomato color Heat tolerant Great for Southern gardens
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Medium|Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep|Spacing between plants: 24" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 75-80 days|Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Caribe75–85 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Medium
The Caribe Tomato doesn’t mind the heat or humidity or drought. Good for Southern gardens. This compact plant is great for growing in containers and tight spaces. Good medium size tomatoes Good for growing in containers Good for Southern gardens Loves heat and humidity SEED PLANTING INFO Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum Growth type: Determinate, tomato cage support, no pruning Tomato size: Medium Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep Spacing between plants: 24" apart Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days Germination soil temps: 75F-95F Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH Sun needs: Full sun Frost hardy: No Planting season: Spring, summer # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft. Days to maturity: 75-85 days Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Cherry, Chocolate75–80 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Small (1" round)
The Chocolate Cherry Tomato may look a bit like chocolate, but it’s all tomato. A very sweet one. If you want to taste for yourself, get to them before the birds do. Through heat and drought, sturdy vines produce generous clusters of uniform, round, 1" fruit with thin skin. If you’ve ever wished that chocolate would grow on trees, keep wishing. Sweet, fresh flavor Bird magnets High yields Heat tolerant
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Small (1" round)|Depth to plant seeds: 1/8" deep|Spacing between plants: 24" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 75-80 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Delicious75–80 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Large to Extra-Large
The Delicious Tomato has been known to produce huge 2-3 lb beefsteak tomatoes. This delightful slicer is solid, meaty, and juicy with a small seed core. No surprise that one of these grew to 7 lb, 12 oz, and held a 28-year world record for largest tomato. The typical size is 1-2 lbs, but stake well in case a record breaker grows on one of your vines. Extra large fruit Juicy and meaty Small seed core Delicious flavor
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Large to Extra-Large|Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep|Spacing between plants: 24"-36" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 3 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 75-80 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Egg75–80 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Small
Plant produces good yields of egg shaped tomatoes. The tomatoes are the size and shape of an egg. A firm tomato that keeps well. Does well in poor growing conditions.
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Small|Depth to plant seeds: 1/8" deep|Spacing between plants: 24" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 75-80 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Golden Roma75–90 days
Heirloom; Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
75 to 90 days to maturity from transplant. Solanum lycopersicum. Non-GMO, open-pollinated, heirloom, indeterminate yellow paste tomato. Produces 3-4 inch elongated yellow fruits with a sweet flavor, shaped like a yellow San Marzano type. Excellent for sun-drying and sauces, with heavy yields. Suitable for garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Golden Sunray75–80 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Medium
The Golden Sunray Tomato produces fruits that ripen to a deep, bright orange-yellow that almost literally shine in the garden. With a meaty texture and a flavor that’s well-balanced between sweet and acidic, this slicer beams with old-fashioned goodness. Through heat and drought, the vine keeps producing radiant golden orbs that brighten up sandwiches, salads, sauces, and spirits. Heat tolerant Well-balanced flavor Good fresh or cooked Good for Southern gardens
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Medium|Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep|Spacing between plants: 24" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 75-80 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Green Zebra75–80 days
Indeterminate; Field or greenhouse; Resists cracking; 4-5 oz
Popular, succulent green fruits with sweet and zingy flavor. Medium sized fruits start out pale green with dark green stripes that soften and turn yellow when ripe. Perfect exteriors; fruits hold up under adverse conditions and rarely crack. Grows well in the greenhouse. Tasti-Lee F1 Green Zebra
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Heritage Rainbow Mix75–85 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.)
The Heritage Rainbow Mix produces good yields of great tasting beefsteak heirloom tomatoes. Includes a mix of heirloom tomato varieties in various colors, shapes, and sizes. Extremely popular Chosen for their wide range of bright rainbow-like colors Flavors range from mild to sweet to tangy
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.)|Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep|Spacing between plants: 24"-36" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 3 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 75-85 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Hungarian Paste (Organic)75–85 days
Heirloom; Organic; Vegetable; Annual
75-85 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. Hungarian Paste (Organic) Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, organic, open-pollinated, heirloom, indeterminate, paste tomato. It produces good yields of top-quality pear-shaped tomatoes that are excellent for making sauces. Develop in clusters of 3-4 tomatoes. ~6,800 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Indigo Rose75–80 days
Heirloom; Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
Resistance: HR: Early Blight; Late Blight; Powdery Mildew
75-80 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Indigo Rose Tomato Seeds (PVP 201100302). Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, indeterminate, salad tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Resistant to Early Blight, Late Blight, and Powdery Mildew. The Indigo Rose is a unique variety that can be used as a large cherry or small salad-type tomato. Its flesh develops the iconic dark purple coloration when it ripens in the sunlight. When shaded, the flesh may appear with more of a traditional deep red color.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Jubilee75–80 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Medium
The Jubilee Tomato is the kind of tomato you wish you’d known about sooner. The golden yellow fruit of this All American Selections (AAS) winner also has golden yellow flesh with a small seed core. Sweet, mild flavor with low acidity and high yields round out this meaty slicer. Make a sandwich happy or juice up a golden glass of sunshine. Low acidity Meaty and mild High yields Small seed core
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Medium|Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep|Spacing between plants: 24" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 75-80 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Large Red Cherry75–80 days
Heirloom; Organic; Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
75-80 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. Organic Large Red Cherry Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, organic, open-pollinated, heirloom, indeterminate cherry tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. A world-famous crossing between smaller currant-type tomatoes and domesticated garden tomatoes, the Large Red Cherry tomato seeds boast a smaller, sweeter cherry-style tomato while still larger than other cherry tomatoes. Large Red Cherry seeds are ready to harvest at about 75 days, with countless 1-inch wide vine-ripened tomatoes ideal for salads, snacking, and finger foods. ~10,000 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Lemon Boy Hybrid75–80 days
Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
Resistance: HR: Alternaria Stem Canker; Fusarium Wilt; Fusarium Wilt 1; Gray Leaf Spot; Root Knot Nematode; Verticillium Wilt
75-80 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Lemon Boy Hybrid Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, warm season annual, F1 hybrid, indeterminate, slicing tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Resistant to Alternaria Stem Canker, Fusarium Wilt, Fusarium Wilt 1, Gray Leaf Spot, Root Knot Nematode, and Verticillium Wilt. Lemon Boy tomato seeds produce a beautiful bright yellow tomato, both tangy and sweet. The fruit are medium sized and globe shaped, and the plants yield clusters of the yellow tomatoes throughout the season. Out of the many medium-sized yellow and golden tomatoes, Lemon Boy Hybrid seeds are one of the newest leading tomato varieties among gardeners and farmers due to their high productivity. Medium sized tomatoes, that add a dash of unexpected color to any food preparation or salad. ~6,800 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Marion75–80 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Medium
The Marion Tomato is the perfect tomato for Southern gardens—tolerant of heat and humidity, resistant to cracking and disease, producing gobs of scarlet globes that ripen mid-season, and with just enough sweetness and acidity to know you’re eating the perfect tomato. A great-tasting and versatile fruit for sauce and paste or salt and pepper. Heat tolerant Early producer High yields Good for Southern gardens
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Medium|Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep|Spacing between plants: 24" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 75-80 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Money Maker75–85 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Medium
Billed as great for growing in a greenhouse, the Money Maker Tomato can take the heat and humidity, but adapts to many growing conditions. Gardeners can bank on this vine producing a wealth of sweet, flushed medium-sized slicers until the buck stops at the change of season. If you have a yen for tomato and cheddar on bread or sauce from scratch, take note of this one. It’s grand. Heat tolerant Sweet flavor Extra-high yields Good for Southern gardens
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Medium|Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep|Spacing between plants: 24" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 75-85 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Oxheart, Orange75–85 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.)
The Orange Oxheart Tomato is what you call eye candy. High yields of deep orange heart-shaped fruits glowing against a backdrop of emerald green leaves provide a stunning visual in any garden. They’re tasty, too. Meaty, fruity, juicy slicers grow and ripen all summer long, giving you more time for more eyefuls. You may also like: Pink Oxheart Tomatoes ⟐ Yellow Oxheart Tomatoes Sweet and juicy Small seed core High yields Good fresh and cooked
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.)|Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep|Spacing between plants: 24" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 75-85 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Pear, Yellow75–80 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Small (1"-2")
We don’t say this about a lot of tomatoes, but the Yellow Pear Tomato really should be grown in every garden. We also don’t say this about a lot of tomatoes: It’s prolific. Ripens loads of lemon-yellow, pear-shaped 1"-2" fruits that are delicious straight off the vine. Keep a few empty bags on-hand to fill up and share these sweet, mild flavor bombs with friends and neighbors. Very high yields Sweet, mild flavor Low acidity Good for containers SEED PLANTING INFO Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning Tomato size: Small (1"-2") Depth to plant seeds: 1/8" deep Spacing between plants: 24" apart Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days Germination soil temps: 75F-95F Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH Sun needs: Full sun Frost hardy: No Planting season: Spring, summer # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft. Days to maturity: 75-80 days Click here to view our full Tomato grow guide Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Rio Grande75–80 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Medium
The Rio Grande Tomato is a classic plum/paste tomato that gets along with heat, humidity, and drought, but that’s only one of its maravilloso qualities. The plant produces muchos bright red, egg-shaped fruits with a flavor that’s well-balanced between dulce and acidic. Especially bueno for pastes and sauces, but it wouldn’t mind being chopped up into fresh pico de gallo with a little onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Heat tolerant Sweet and acidic High yields Good for Southern jardines SEED PLANTING INFO Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum Growth type: Determinate, tomato cage support, no pruning Tomato size: Medium Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep Spacing between plants: 24" apart Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days Germination soil temps: 75F-95F Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH Sun needs: Full sun Frost hardy: No Planting season: Spring, summer # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft. Days to maturity: 75-80 days Click here to view our full Tomato grow guide Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Roma75–85 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Medium
The Roma Tomato is the quintessential plum/paste tomato. Light on seeds and juice, it has thick fruit walls and dense flesh that holds onto seasonings and spices. Ever so good cooked into a thick sauce or paste, canned, or pureed. Compact plants produce meaty, egg-shaped fruits that are sweet and tangy. Skip the flavorless ones at the grocery store and grow your own Romas this summer. Plum/paste tomato Sweet, tangy flavor Small seed core Not juicy Good for containers
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Determinate, tomato cage support, no pruning|Tomato size: Medium|Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep|Spacing between plants: 24" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 75-85 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Roma VF75–80 days
Determinate; Vigorous; 4 oz
Resistance: HR: Fusarium Wilt; Verticillium Wilt · IR: Alternaria Stem Canker
Productive plum tomato with great disease resistance. Vigorous and strong, producing heavy yields of picture-perfect, thick-walled fruits with deep red color and mild flavor. A good choice for a commercial variety as well as in the garden.
Growing notes: Days to maturity are from transplant. Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals in the Solanaceae family. Indeterminate types ripen mid-to-late summer, bear fruit over a long period of time and require pruning and support. Determinate types ripen early, have a concentrated fruit set, shorter growth habit, and support may not be required. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before planting date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Harvest tomatoes fully ripe or when half ripe and ripen off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55-70°F with 95% relative humidity.
View on High Mowing ↗▸Rutgers75–80 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Medium
The Rutgers Tomato has all the best tomato qualities—medium tomato size, smooth tomato skin, bright red tomato color, slightly flattened tomato shape, old-fashioned tomato flavor, compact tomato plant, reliable tomato production, generous tomato yields, and kind to animals. A tomato you can take home to meet the family. High yields Sweet and juicy Reliable production Good for containers SEED PLANTING INFO Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning Tomato size: Medium Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep Spacing between plants: 24" apart Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days Germination soil temps: 75F-95F Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH Sun needs: Full sun Frost hardy: No Planting season: Spring, summer # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft. Days to maturity: 75-80 days Click here to view our full Tomato grow guide Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Sunray75–80 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Medium
Golden Sunray is an indeterminate tomato with medium, round fruit that ripens orange-yellow. The flavor balances sweetness and acidity, and the vigorous vine keeps producing until frost. Grow it in full sun on a strong trellis and prune only as needed for airflow and support.
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Medium|Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep|Spacing between plants: 24" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 75-80 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Thessaloniki75–80 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Medium
The Thessaloniki Tomato is a Greek heirloom. A tomato so epic that Homer could have written an ode to its plump round fruits that ripen from golden yellow to vivid red, high yields in high temps, and a rich, earthy flavor that’s well-balanced between sweet and acidic. This one’s a keeper, both in the garden and on the countertop. By the time you eat a few of these, you may even be able to pronounce it. Well-balanced flavor Heat tolerant Early producer Stores well SEED PLANTING INFO Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning Tomato size: Medium Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep Spacing between plants: 24" apart Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days Germination soil temps: 75F-95F Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH Sun needs: Full sun Frost hardy: No Planting season: Spring, summer # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft. Days to maturity: 75-80 days Click here to view our full Tomato grow guide Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Beefsteak Indeterminate76–104 days
Heirloom; Vegetable; Annual
90 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Beefsteak Tomato. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, indeterminate, slicing tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. One of the largest and most popular commercial slicing tomatoes available, the beloved Beefsteak tomato routinely weighs in at more than a pound per fruit while delivering rich, classic tomato flavor for fresh eating and sandwiches.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Red Ponderosa Beefsteak (Organic)76–104 days
Heirloom; Organic; Vegetable; Annual
90 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Organic Red Ponderosa Beefsteak Tomato. Non-GMO, warm season annual, organic, open-pollinated, heirloom, indeterminate, slicing tomato. Also known as Scarlet Beefsteak, Red Beefsteak, and Crimson Cushion. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. This meaty, juicy beefsteak variety develops large, deep-red fruits that are nearly seedless and ideal for fresh slicing and sandwiches.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Abraham (Abe) Lincoln80–90 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Large
The Abraham (Abe) Lincoln Tomato has an honest 100-year history of proven performance. This indeterminate variety produces massive 1-2 lb slicers with deep red color and authentic old-fashioned tomato flavor. The meaty, juicy flesh features a small seed core and slightly acidic taste—perfect for fresh eating with salt and pepper, or processing into ketchup, sauce, and juice. Plant seeds ¼" deep in warm soil (75-95°F) and expect germination in 7-14 days. Space plants 24" apart in full sun with support and regular pruning. Reaches maturity in 80-90 days. Prefers slightly acidic soil (pH 6.0-6.5). Pair with basil, borage, onion, parsley, or pepper for a thriving garden ecosystem. Meaty and juicy Dark red color Slightly acidic Small seed core
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Large|Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep|Spacing between plants: 24" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 80-90 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Creole80–90 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Medium
The Creole Tomato produces juicy fruit with a sunny sweet flavor. Performs well in hot, humid climates. Surprisingly firm and meaty flesh is great for fresh eating, and can hold up to grilling or a cheesy tomato pie. Heat tolerant Juicy and sweet Good for Southern gardens Slow to ripen
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Medium|Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep|Spacing between plants: 24" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 80-90 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Homestead80–85 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Large
On any productive homestead, every member needs to pull its weight, and the Homestead Tomato out-tomatoes every tomato. Sun up to sun down, in high heat and humidity, this workhorse churns out large, red, smooth, sturdy, meaty, juicy slicers. As comfortable in the overalls of a sandwich as it is done up in its Sunday best for the canner. Just a good ol’ heirloom with good old-fashioned tomato flavor. Heat tolerant Old-fashioned tomato flavor Meaty and juicy Good for Southern gardens SEED PLANTING INFO Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum Growth type: Determinate, tomato cage support, no pruning Tomato size: Large Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep Spacing between plants: 24" apart Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days Germination soil temps: 75F-95F Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH Sun needs: Full sun Frost hardy: No Planting season: Spring, summer # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft. Days to maturity: 80-85 days Click here to view our full Tomato grow guide Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
Growing notes: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost, sowing 1/4 inch deep at 75-90F. Transplant after danger of frost into full sun, spacing plants 24-36 inches apart in rows 36-48 inches apart. A determinate variety, Homestead sets fruit well in heat and benefits from staking or caging. Harvest ripe fruit about 80 days from transplant.
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Oxheart, Pink80–90 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.)
Valentine’s Day is too early to grow the Pink Oxheart Tomato, but you’ll have all summer to court your sweetheart with these dark pink heart-shaped fruits. Juicy and meaty, this luscious slicer grows to 1-2 lbs. Its mild, sweet flavor is just right for a romantic picnic of tomato sandwiches, pizza and a movie, or marinated tomato tortellini by candlelight. You may also like: Orange Oxheart Tomatoes ⟐ Yellow Oxheart Tomatoes High yields Low acidity Small seed core Mild, sweet flavor
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.)|Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep|Spacing between plants: 24" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 80-90 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Rutgers VF80–90 days
Heirloom; Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
Resistance: HR: Alternaria Stem Canker; Fusarium Wilt 1; Gray Leaf Spot; Verticillium Wilt 1
80-90 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Rutgers VF Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, warm season annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, determinate, salad tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Resistant to Alternaria Stem Canker, Fusarium Wilt 1, Gray Leaf Spot, and Verticillium Wilt 1. Arguably one of the most significant tomatoes in American agriculture, Rutgers tomato seeds were the preeminent crop of commercial farming before advanced industrialization of the 20th century. The Rutgers was first developed in 1934 by Rutgers University in conjunction with Campbell's Soup to provide a superior, uniquely American tomato seed for the public. 6-8 oz fruits. ~10,000 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸San Marzano Determinate80–90 days
Heirloom; Vegetable; Annual; determinate
A determinate paste tomato maturing in about 80-90 days from transplant. This traditional Italian cultivar produces elongated, meaty plum-shaped fruits with few seeds, prized for sauces, canning, and paste. Compact, open-pollinated plants suit garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸San Marzano Determinate (Organic)80–90 days
Heirloom; Organic; Vegetable; Annual
80-90 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. San Marzano Determinate (Organic) Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, organic, heirloom, determinate, paste tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. These tomatoes are the type that pickers like because they are easy to reach and become ripe for harvest around the same time. San Marzano is from Italy originally but does extremely well on the west coast. ~7,500 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸VR Moscow80–90 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Large
The VR Moscow Tomato was created by Utah State University to thrive in vast intermountain regions, and named after Moscow, Idaho. Vigorous vines produce very respectable 1-2 lb. fruits that are a vivid red. This very robust beefsteak slicer with thick walls and juicy flesh offers voluptuous, rich, old-fashioned tomato flavor. A valuable recipe ingredient for canning, pastes, and sauces, and viscerally responsive to salt and pepper. High yields Old-fashioned tomato flavor Good fresh or cooked VR = verticillium-wilt resistant SEED PLANTING INFO Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum Growth type: Determinate, tomato cage support, no pruning Tomato size: Large Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep Spacing between plants: 24"-36" apart Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days Germination soil temps: 75F-95F Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH Sun needs: Full sun Frost hardy: No Planting season: Spring, summer # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 3 sq. ft. Days to maturity: 80-90 days Click here to view our full Tomato grow guide Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Giant Garden Paste Hybrid81–109 days
Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
95 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. Giant Garden Paste Hybrid Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, F1 hybrid, indeterminate, paste tomato. Giant Garden Paste has a wonderfully sweet and acidic balance. The fruits weigh 8-10 oz. and are bright red ruffles boat-shaped. ~6,800 seeds/oz.
View on True Leaf Market ↗▸Big Rainbow85–95 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.)
The Big Rainbow Tomato is a popular ribbed beefsteak variety that produces 1-2 lb fruits. A favorite among gardeners for its marbled palette of orange, red, and yellow skin coloring that continues through to the flesh. Taming all that wildness is a little pot of gold flavor that is well-balanced between acidic and sweet. Heavy producer, so stake well. High yields Extra large fruit Well-balanced flavor Hearty slicer
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.)|Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep|Spacing between plants: 24"-36" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 3 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 85-95 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Brandywine, Pink85–90 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.)
The Pink Brandywine Tomato has lightly ribbed shoulders and potato-leaf foliage. Whether that’s the reason no two are alike, only the tomato knows. The vigorous vine takes its time to ripen the 1-2 lb blushing pink fruit with a small seed core. A beautiful slicer with a sweet, tangy flavor to look forward to late in the season. Tangy tomato flavor Potato-leaf foliage Slow to ripen Good fresh or cooked
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.)|Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep|Spacing between plants: 24"-36" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 3 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 85-90 days|Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Brandywine, Yellow85–90 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.)
The Yellow Brandywine Tomato is just like the Pink Brandywine Tomato, except it’s yellow. Like siblings, these tomatoes probably shouldn’t be compared, but they really are ditto each other—ribbed shoulders, potato-leaf foliage, small seed core, sweet and tangy slicer, 1-2 lb fruits with no two alike. Except it’s yellow. And ripens a little sooner. Balanced flavor Golden yellow skin and flesh Potato-leaf foliage Good fresh or cooked
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.)|Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep|Spacing between plants: 24"-36" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 3 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 85-90 days|Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Mortgage Lifter85–95 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.)
If you have any interest in a beefsteak slicer with rich, sweet, old-fashioned tomato flavor, consider an investment in the Mortgage Lifter Tomato. With no fixed rate on this indeterminate vine, it pays you on time with high yields of jumbo 1-2 lb fruits, dark pink with lightly ribbed shoulders. Fun fact: The quirky name comes from a man who sold enough of this tomato to pay off his house! Rich, sweet flavor Small seed core Low acidity Good fresh or cooked
Growing notes: Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum|Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning|Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.)|Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep|Spacing between plants: 24"-36" apart|Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart|Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days|Germination soil temps: 75F-95F|Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH|Sun needs: Full sun|Frost hardy: No|Planting season: Spring, summer|# of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 3 sq. ft|Days to maturity: 85-95 days
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Mr. Stripey85–95 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.)
Mr. Stripey is a large bicolor beefsteak heirloom with yellow-and-red marbled skin and flesh. The fruit is sweet and mild with notably low acidity, often reaching 1-2 lbs. An indeterminate plant prized for fresh slicing and colorful salads.
Growing notes: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in warm soil (75-95F), germinating in 7-14 days. Grow in full sun in soil with a pH of 6.0-6.5. An indeterminate variety, it needs sturdy trellis support and regular pruning. Space plants 36-48 inches apart in rows 48-60 inches apart.
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Oxheart, Yellow85–90 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with containers; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.)
Allow us to introduce you to this fine fellow: the Yellow Oxheart Tomato. With large 1-2 lb fruits, it’s easy to savor its well-balanced flavor. Juicy and mild, it can be styled with a pinch of salt or you can can it. A delicious, nutritious fruit in the shape of a heart that you can easily add to your cart. You may also like: Orange Oxheart Tomatoes ⟐ Pink Oxheart Tomatoes Meaty and juicy Small seed core Well-balanced flavor Good fresh or cooked SEED PLANTING INFO Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.) Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep Spacing between plants: 24" apart Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days Germination soil temps: 75F-95F Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH Sun needs: Full sun Frost hardy: No Planting season: Spring, summer # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft. Days to maturity: 85-90 days Click here to view our full Tomato grow guide Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Pineapple85–95 days
Can tolerate hot temperatures; Direct sow; Grows well in full sun; Grows well with raised beds; Matures in <90 days; Start indoors; Super easy to grow; Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.)
With its fruity, tropical notes, the Pineapple Tomato is the one you want to invite to your next luau. This 1-2 lb slicer is ready for a party in its bright yellow dress with orange-red marbling that continues straight through to the flesh. Throw a sweet, golden slice on a burger or mix it with an actual pineapple for a festive salsa. One of the most beautiful, best-tasting Beefsteak Tomatoes you can grow. Low acidity Small seed core Sweet and fruity, tropical notes Slow to ripen SEED PLANTING INFO Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning Tomato size: Large (1-2 lbs.) Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep Spacing between plants: 24"-36" apart Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days Germination soil temps: 75F-95F Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH Sun needs: Full sun Frost hardy: No Planting season: Spring, summer # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 3 sq. ft. Days to maturity: 85-95 days Click here to view our full Tomato grow guide Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
View on Seeds Now ↗▸Orange Roma95–100 days
Heirloom; Non-GMO; Vegetable; Annual
95-100 days to maturity from transplant. Solanum lycopersicum. Non-GMO, open-pollinated, heirloom paste tomato. Produces elongated, golden-orange roma-type fruits with dense, meaty flesh that is sweeter and less acidic than red types. Excellent for sauces, paste, and canning, cooking down into a rich golden sauce.
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Plant spacing
In a square-foot bed, space tomato about 12 in apart — that fits 1 plant in each 1-foot square (1×1). Wider rows or containers space the same.
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Storing & preserving
Ripen at room temperature — never refrigerate, it kills the flavor.
- Freeze: Freeze whole or as sauce; skins slip off after thawing.
- Can: Water-bath can with added acid (lemon juice or citric acid).
- Dry: Dehydrate or air-dry, then store airtight away from light.
General home-preservation guidance — for tested processing times and safety, follow the National Center for Home Food Preservation.
Growing timeline
Companion planting — with cited sources
From US/Canada cooperative-extension publications and peer-reviewed studies. Evidence-tier dots show how strongly each recommendation is backed: ●●● peer-reviewed mechanism · ●● extension consensus · ● traditional knowledge with a plausible mechanism.
Pairs well with (24)
- French MarigoldEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionspest-deter
Tagetes patula releases alpha-terthienyl from roots, a thiophene with peer-reviewed nematicidal activity against root-knot nematode (Meloidogyne incognita and related species). T. patula also emits airborne limonene shown in PLOS One trials to deter glasshouse whitefly from tomato. Most reliable when grown as a solid cover the prior season, but interplanting still gives a partial benefit. Tagetes patula suppresses root-knot nematode populations on Solanaceae roots.
Timing: Full-season marigold cover the prior year is the strongest single treatment.
Region: Most valuable in zones 7+ and high tunnels with established root-knot nematode populations.
- AsparagusEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationpest-deter
Asparagus roots contain asparagine and associated compounds with reported activity against the root-knot nematode (Meloidogyne spp.), to which tomato is highly susceptible. Several extension sources (Cornell, Iowa State) endorse the tomato-asparagus pairing on this basis, though field-trial data are thin. Tomato is also said to repel asparagus beetle, but evidence for this is weaker.
Timing: Plant tomatoes at one end of an asparagus bed where they won't shade the asparagus fern.
- Bay LaurelEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationpest-deter, flavor-folklore
Bay laurel is sometimes interplanted in Mediterranean kitchen gardens; the essential oils (eucalyptol, linalool) have mild lab-demonstrated repellency against some stored-product insects, but field evidence for tomato pest deterrence is absent. Tier C.
Region: Mediterranean climate gardens (CA).
Source: UC IPM
- Bee BalmEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationpollinator-attract, predator-attract
Monarda didyma flowers attract bees, hummingbirds, and parasitic wasps that prey on tomato hornworm; recommended as a perennial bed-edge companion in Cornell and Penn State home-garden guides. Susceptible to powdery mildew — choose resistant cultivars.
Region: Eastern North America native; thrives zones 4-9.
Source: S1, Penn State Extension
- BorageEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationpollinator-attract, predator-attract
Borage (Borago officinalis) attracts bumblebees and other pollinators that buzz-pollinate tomato flowers, and attracts predatory insects (lacewing, syrphid) that help suppress tomato pests. Documented in UMN and Cornell home-garden guides; field-trial evidence specific to yield effect is limited.
- BuckwheatEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationpollinator-attract, predator-attract
Buckwheat strips between tomato beds host Syrphid flies and minute pirate bugs (Orius spp.) that prey on thrips and aphids. Used as an in-season insectary strip in Northeast organic tomato systems.
Timing: Stagger 2-3 sowings 2 weeks apart to keep continuous bloom.
Source: S1, Penn State Extension, SARE
- CarrotEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationflavor-folklore
Carrot / tomato is a long-standing folk pairing without a clearly replicated mechanism. The crops have non-overlapping rooting depths and tomato canopy can provide light shade during midsummer heat. Tier C with flavor-folklore tag.
Source: University of Maryland Extension
- CilantroEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationpredator-attract, pollinator-attract
Flowering cilantro is documented to elevate natural-enemy abundance (syrphids, lacewings, parasitoids) in tomato beds, contributing to aphid and hornworm suppression.
- Common BeanEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationn-fixation
Bush bean interplanting between tomato plants contributes modest residual N from nodule turnover and post-season residue. Effect on same-season tomato yield is small; primarily helps the following crop.
Source: University of Maryland Extension
- Common CeleryEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationflavor-folklore
Celery / tomato is a long-standing folk pairing with no replicated mechanism beyond shared cultural requirements (full sun, steady moisture, rich soil). Included for completeness; tier C with flavor-folklore tag.
Source: University of Maryland Extension
- Common ChivesEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationpest-deter
Chive perimeter or interplant is widely cited by extension references as deterring aphids on tomato; effect is plausible (volatile masking) but field-trial evidence is thin.
Source: University of Maryland Extension, S13
- Common NasturtiumEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationtrap-crop, pollinator-attract
Nasturtium near tomato is traditionally recommended for aphid trapping and pollinator support; pollinator benefit is well-supported, aphid trap-cropping in tomato is less studied than in cucurbits/beans.
Source: University of Maryland Extension
- Common ParsleyEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationpredator-attract, pollinator-attract
Allowed-to-bolt parsley provides accessible nectar for syrphid flies, lacewings, and small parasitoid wasps that suppress aphids and hornworm eggs in tomato. The pairing is a long-standing extension home-garden recommendation; mechanism is plausible, replication is modest.
Timing: Best benefit comes when second-year (biennial) plants flower or when first-year plants are allowed to bolt.
Source: University of Maryland Extension, S13
- Common ThymeEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationpollinator-attract, predator-attract
Thyme in flower supports parasitoids of tomato hornworm and aphids; bed-edge planting is a common recommendation.
Source: University of Maryland Extension
- DillEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationpredator-attract
Young dill is reported by extension home-garden guides to attract Trichogramma wasps and other natural enemies of tomato hornworm. Many guides also recommend removing dill before it bolts because mature dill is reported to suppress tomato vigor.
Timing: Use as a young-plant companion; remove before flowering to avoid reported tomato growth suppression.
Source: University of Maryland Extension
- Greek Bush BasilEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationpest-deter
Shares Ocimum basilicum volatile profile; same rationale and same evidence tier as sweet basil for tomato pest deterrence and bed-mate use.
Source: University of Maryland Extension, Bekele & Hassanali, 2001
- Holy BasilEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationpest-deter, pollinator-attract
Holy basil (tulsi) shares the linalool/eugenol-rich volatile profile of Ocimum basilicum and is heavily visited by bees; same general companion guidance.
Source: University of Maryland Extension, Bekele & Hassanali, 2001
- Italian ParsleyEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationpredator-attract
Same insectary role as common parsley; see common parsley for complete discussion.
Source: University of Maryland Extension, S13
- Lemon BalmEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationpollinator-attract, predator-attract
Lemon balm supports parasitoid wasps and small predators that attack tomato hornworm and aphids; mechanism plausible but field replication limited.
Source: University of Maryland Extension
- Lemon VerbenaEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationpollinator-attract, flavor-folklore
Lemon verbena is a common kitchen-garden herb companion. The citral-rich foliage is sometimes claimed to deter insects, but empirical support is weak; pollinator attraction during bloom is real. Mostly traditional practice with weak mechanism.
Source: S11
- Mexican Mint MarigoldEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationpollinator-attract, predator-attract
Tagetes lucida flowers attract bees and predatory insects; lacks the strong α-terthienyl nematicidal activity that distinguishes T. patula and T. erecta, but provides general insectary value.
Source: S11
- New Zealand SpinachEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationweed-suppression, moisture-conservation
New Zealand spinach makes a heat-tolerant summer leafy green and is sometimes used as a living groundcover under widely spaced tomato trellises; it suppresses weeds and conserves moisture and is harvested through the heat of summer when true spinach has bolted. Mechanism plausible; specific replicated extension data limited.
Source: S1
- Pot MarigoldEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationpredator-attract
Calendula is recommended as an insectary plant in tomato rows; supports hoverflies and small parasitoid wasps that attack aphids and small caterpillars.
Source: University of Maryland Extension
- Sweet BasilEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationpest-deter, pollinator-attract, flavor-folklore
Basil (Ocimum basilicum) leaf volatiles (eugenol, linalool, methyl chavicol) have laboratory-documented deterrent activity against thrips, aphids, and whiteflies, with limited but supportive field results from Iowa State, University of Minnesota, and West Virginia extension trials. Basil flowers also attract pollinators and parasitic wasps. Folk claims that basil improves tomato flavor are unverified and tagged separately. Long-standing folk claim that basil improves tomato flavor in the field. No empirical support, but listed honestly because the claim is too widespread to silently omit.
Source: S7, Eliot Coleman, Bekele & Hassanali, 2001
Avoid planting near (39)
- Black WalnutEvidence tier A: Peer-reviewed studies in US/Canada production conditions with a clear mechanismallelopathy-negative
Juglone produced by Juglans nigra roots, leaves and hulls causes wilt, stunting, and death in tomato. Effects extend roughly to the dripline and beyond. Iowa State, Michigan State, and University of Wisconsin extension all list tomato among the most sensitive vegetables. Standard mitigation is raised beds with root barriers and removal of walnut leaf litter.
Region: Anywhere Juglans nigra is in the landscape: eastern and midwestern US, southern Canada.
- Common PotatoEvidence tier A: Peer-reviewed studies in US/Canada production conditions with a clear mechanismdisease-host, alternate-host-pest
Tomato and potato share late blight (Phytophthora infestans) and serve as alternate hosts for each other's pathogen spores; they also share Colorado potato beetle, early blight (Alternaria), and Verticillium wilt. UMN Extension explicitly recommends not planting tomatoes where tomatoes, potatoes, peppers, or eggplants have been in the past 3-4 years. Adjacent same-season planting greatly accelerates spread of an outbreak in either crop.
Timing: Maintain 3-4 year rotation interval; physically separate beds within the same garden.
Source: Penn State Extension, S7
- StrawberryEvidence tier A: Peer-reviewed studies in US/Canada production conditions with a clear mechanismdisease-host
Shared Verticillium wilt susceptibility. Avoid planting strawberry after tomato in the same bed for at least 3 years.
- Ají PepperEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsdisease-host, alternate-host-pest
Shares Solanaceae disease and pest complex with tomato. Group in rotation but do not interplant in adjacent rows.
Source: S7
- ButternutEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsallelopathy-negative
Butternut produces juglone at lower concentrations than black walnut but still measurable; sensitive species (Solanaceae, blueberry, ericaceous shrubs) can be affected within the dripline.
- Cape GooseberryEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsdisease-host, alternate-host-pest
Cape gooseberry shares the Solanaceae pest/disease complex with tomato, including three-lined potato beetle, Colorado potato beetle, and Verticillium wilt.
Source: Penn State Extension
- Cayenne PepperEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsdisease-host, alternate-host-pest
Cayenne shares the full Solanaceae disease and pest complex with tomato and potato (Phytophthora, Verticillium, tobacco mosaic virus, Colorado potato beetle, hornworms). Treat cayenne the same as bell/hot pepper in spacing and rotation.
Source: S7, University of Maryland Extension
- Common EggplantEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsdisease-host, alternate-host-pest
Tomato and eggplant share early blight, Verticillium, and bacterial spot. Rotate as a Solanaceae group rather than alternating in adjacent rows.
Source: S7, University of Maryland Extension
- Common TomatoEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsdisease-host, alternate-host-pest
Currant tomato is closely related to S. lycopersicum and shares the full Solanaceae pest/disease complex. Same rotation and adjacency rules apply.
Source: S7
- CornEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsalternate-host-pest
Corn earworm and tomato fruitworm are the same species (Helicoverpa zea); moths emerging from corn move readily to tomato fruit. Avoid contiguous plantings or stagger to break the cycle.
Timing: Separate corn and tomato by at least 6-9 m or stagger plantings so silking corn and fruiting tomato do not overlap.
Region: Pressure increases from north to south; severe in the South and Mid-Atlantic.
Source: Penn State Extension, S11, UC IPM Pest Notes
- Currant TomatoEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsdisease-host, alternate-host-pest
Currant tomato is closely related to S. lycopersicum and shares the full Solanaceae pest/disease complex. Same rotation and adjacency rules apply.
Source: S7
- English WalnutEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsallelopathy-negative
English walnut produces juglone at lower concentrations than black walnut, but enough to affect highly sensitive species (Solanaceae, blueberry, ericaceous shrubs) within the dripline. Most commercial English walnut in CA is grafted on black walnut rootstock, which also exudes juglone from roots — so the AVOID list is functionally the same as for black walnut.
Region: California Central Valley walnut orchards; effect more pronounced where black walnut rootstock is used.
- Ground CherryEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsdisease-host, alternate-host-pest
Ground cherry (Physalis pruinosa) is host to three-lined potato beetle and shares Verticillium and Phytophthora susceptibility with tomato.
Source: Penn State Extension, S7
- Habanero PepperEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsdisease-host, alternate-host-pest
Shares the Solanaceae disease/pest complex with tomato. Rotate as a group, do not co-plant in adjacent rows.
Source: S7
- Hot PepperEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsdisease-host, alternate-host-pest
Hot pepper shares Solanaceae disease and pest complex with tomato (bacterial spot, Phytophthora, hornworms, aphids). Group with tomato in rotation but do not alternate them in adjacent rows year-on-year.
Source: S7, University of Maryland Extension
- Japanese WalnutEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsallelopathy-negative
All Juglans species produce juglone (5-hydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone) to varying degrees. Japanese walnut and its butternut hybrid 'heartnut' produce juglone at levels intermediate between black walnut and English walnut — enough to affect sensitive species (Solanaceae, blueberry) within the dripline.
- Jerusalem ArtichokeEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsallelopathy-negative, nutrient-competition
Same rationale as for bean; sunchoke crowds and shades adjacent crops and is hard to eradicate once established.
Source: S7
- PeanutEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsdisease-host
Peanut and tomato share susceptibility to Sclerotium rolfsii (southern blight) and several Fusarium and Rhizoctonia species. Sequential or adjacent plantings can build up shared soilborne inoculum.
Region: Warm humid regions (zones 7+).
Source: S11
- PeppermintEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsnutrient-competition
Same competition warning as spearmint — never plant peppermint directly in the bed with annual vegetables.
Source: University of Maryland Extension
- Rocoto PepperEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsdisease-host, alternate-host-pest
Companion interactions equivalent to other domesticated Capsicum spp.; rocoto shares the Solanaceae disease/pest complex with tomato. Note rocoto requires cooler summer nights than other peppers, so it is grown at small scale in coastal Pacific Northwest and high elevation only.
Region: Limited US production: Pacific Northwest, high-elevation regions.
Source: S4
- SpearmintEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsnutrient-competition
Mint's aggressive rhizomes outcompete tomato roots if planted directly in the bed. Use containers to keep volatile oils available without root invasion.
Source: University of Maryland Extension
- Sweet Bell PepperEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsdisease-host, alternate-host-pest
Peppers and tomatoes are both in Solanaceae and share major diseases (Phytophthora capsici, Verticillium wilt, bacterial spot, several mosaic viruses) and pests (aphids, flea beetles). Extension rotation guidance advises grouping Solanaceae but rotating the entire group off the bed for 3-4 years rather than alternating tomato and pepper in adjacent rows.
Source: S7, University of Maryland Extension
- Sweet PotatoEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsdisease-host, alternate-host-pest
Sweet potato and tomato share several pests including whitefly, southern root-knot nematode (Meloidogyne incognita), and tomato spotted wilt virus reservoirs. NC State recommends rotating sweet potato away from Solanaceae cash crops in nematode-prone soils.
Timing: Maintain ≥2-year rotation between sweet potato and Solanaceae.
Region: Southeast, especially sandy nematode-prone soils.
Source: S11, NC State Extension
- Tabasco PepperEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsdisease-host, alternate-host-pest
Shares Solanaceae disease/pest complex with tomato.
Source: S7
- TomatilloEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsdisease-host, alternate-host-pest
Tomatillo shares the full Solanaceae pest and disease complex with tomato (early blight, Phytophthora, hornworms, three-lined potato beetle which specifically targets tomatillo and Physalis). Rotate as a group, do not co-plant.
Source: Penn State Extension, S7
- BroccoliEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationnutrient-competition
Shared brassica/tomato conflict; see common cabbage.
Source: University of Maryland Extension
- Brussels SproutsEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationnutrient-competition
Shared brassica/tomato nutrient and pH conflict; see common cabbage.
Source: University of Maryland Extension
- Common CabbageEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationnutrient-competition, allelopathy-negative
Tomato and Brassica crops compete for the same shallow-zone N and Brassicas release glucosinolate-derived isothiocyanates that can stunt nearby Solanaceae. Most extension home-garden guides advise not interplanting tomatoes with cabbage/broccoli/kale, although controlled-trial evidence on the allelopathy mechanism in field conditions is limited.
Source: S7, University of Maryland Extension
- Common KaleEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationnutrient-competition
Shared brassica/tomato nutrient and pH conflict; see common cabbage for full discussion.
Source: University of Maryland Extension
- Downy Ground CherryEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationdisease-host, alternate-host-pest
As a Physalis species, shares the Solanaceae pest and disease complex with tomato; companion guidance equivalent to ground-cherry entry.
Source: Penn State Extension
- Florence FennelEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationallelopathy-negative
Same fennel allelopathy as sweet fennel; isolate Florence fennel in its own bed.
Source: University of Maryland Extension
- KohlrabiEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationnutrient-competition
Shared brassica/tomato conflict; see common cabbage.
Source: University of Maryland Extension
- OkraEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationalternate-host-pest, disease-host
Okra and tomato share several pests (stink bugs, root-knot nematode) and Verticillium susceptibility; Southern extension generally suggests not following tomato with okra in nematode-prone soils.
Region: Southeast.
Source: S11
- PecanEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationallelopathy-negative
Pecan produces juglone in lower concentrations than black walnut, but sensitive Solanaceae (tomato, pepper, eggplant) can still show stunting near mature pecan trees. UGA and Texas A&M note this as a soft caution rather than a strict avoidance.
Region: Southeast and Texas/Oklahoma pecan country.
Source: S11
- Romanesco Broccoli / CauliflowerEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationnutrient-competition
Calcium competition is especially relevant for cauliflower (susceptible to tip-burn / brown bead) — pairing with another heavy calcium feeder is discouraged. See common cabbage.
Source: University of Maryland Extension
- RutabagaEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationnutrient-competition
Shares the Brassicaceae / tomato avoidance flagged by extension references (calcium and nitrogen competition, soil-pH mismatch). See common cabbage for complete relationships.
Source: University of Maryland Extension
- Shagbark HickoryEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationallelopathy-negative
Same as shellbark: hickories produce juglone (lower than walnut) and sensitive Solanaceae can be affected within the dripline.
Source: S5
- Shellbark HickoryEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationallelopathy-negative
Hickories produce juglone in lower concentrations than walnut but enough to mildly affect sensitive species (tomato, pepper, eggplant, blueberry) within the dripline. Extension caution rather than firm avoidance.
Source: S5
- Sweet FennelEvidence tier C: Traditional practice with plausible mechanism but limited empirical replicationallelopathy-negative
Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) releases anethole-related allelochemicals reported to stunt tomato and most vegetable neighbors. Listed across multiple extension companion-planting summaries.
Source: S7
Biofumigant cover crops (1)
- Cover MustardEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsbiofumigation
Mustard biofumigation ahead of tomato suppresses Verticillium and some root-knot nematode populations; documented in WSU and Cornell trials.
Timing: Incorporate at full bloom; wait 2-3 weeks before transplant.
Good successors in rotation (7)
- Cereal RyeEvidence tier A: Peer-reviewed studies in US/Canada production conditions with a clear mechanismallelopathy-positive, weed-suppression, soil-conditioning
Cereal rye residues release benzoxazinoids (DIBOA, BOA) and short-chain phenolic acids that suppress small-seeded weeds for 4-10 weeks after termination. Transplanted tomato (large transplant, deep root) tolerates the residue while weeds are suppressed. SARE and Northeast Cover Crop Council document this as a foundational no-till tomato system.
Timing: Chemical allelopathy from rye benzoxazinoids declines in soil over ~2 weeks after termination (Rice et al., 2012 and Cornell-affiliated reviews); physical mulch suppression of weeds persists longer (4–10 weeks depending on residue mass). Direct-seeding of small-seeded crops should still wait ~3–4 weeks; transplanted tomato can typically go in 1–2 weeks after termination.
Region: Effective across the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Midwest; less reliable in the deep South where rye biomass is lower.
Source: SARE, S29, Putnam, 1988
- Crimson CloverEvidence tier A: Peer-reviewed studies in US/Canada production conditions with a clear mechanismn-fixation, weed-suppression
Fall-seeded crimson clover terminated in spring delivers 90-130 lb N/acre to the following tomato crop. Rodale's no-till tomato-into-rolled-crimson system is well documented and widely replicated.
Timing: Roller-crimp at full bloom; transplant tomato 1-2 weeks later.
Region: Reliable mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and Pacific Northwest.
Source: Rodale Institute, SARE, S29
- Hairy VetchEvidence tier A: Peer-reviewed studies in US/Canada production conditions with a clear mechanismn-fixation, weed-suppression, disease-host
Hairy vetch is the foundational legume of no-till tomato systems: fixes 80-180 lb N/acre and the rolled mulch reduces foliar disease (Septoria, early blight) by ~20-40% via splash-block effect. USDA-ARS Beltsville (Abdul-Baki & Teasdale) documented yield improvements vs. bare-ground and black-plastic systems.
Timing: Roller-crimp at full bloom (mid-May mid-Atlantic); transplant tomato into rolled mulch within 1 week.
Region: Mid-Atlantic and Southeast best documented; zones 5-8.
- RyeEvidence tier A: Peer-reviewed studies in US/Canada production conditions with a clear mechanismweed-suppression, allelopathy-positive
Roll-crimped or mowed rye produces a thick mulch that suppresses weeds in transplanted tomato. Rodale's no-till tomato system is built on this practice; mid-Atlantic extension trials confirm.
Timing: Roll at anthesis (full pollen shed) for clean kill; transplant tomato through residue 1-2 weeks later.
Region: Mid-Atlantic, Northeast.
Source: Penn State Extension, Rodale Institute
- Fava BeanEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsn-fixation, soil-conditioning
Overwintered fava terminated in spring is a documented predecessor for heavy-feeding summer crops including tomato. Residual N and improved soil tilth benefit the following Solanaceae crop.
Timing: Terminate fava 2-3 weeks before tomato transplant to allow residue partial decomposition.
Region: Mild-winter regions where fall sowing is possible (PNW, coastal CA, mid-Atlantic).
Source: S4, Rodale Institute
- SorghumEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsweed-suppression, biofumigation, soil-conditioning
Sorghum-sudangrass summer cover ahead of fall-transplanted tomato or following spring tomato provides biomass, weed suppression, and root-knot nematode suppression in some trials. Transplanting (vs. seeding) avoids the allelopathic stand reduction.
Region: Mid-Atlantic, Southeast.
Source: Penn State Extension, S29
- Sorghum-SudangrassEvidence tier B: Extension consensus across multiple US/Canada land-grant institutionsallelopathy-positive, weed-suppression, soil-conditioning
Sorghum-sudangrass roots exude sorgoleone, a potent allelochemical that suppresses small-seeded weeds and is implicated in nematode suppression (root-knot Meloidogyne spp., root-lesion Pratylenchus spp.). High biomass (5-8 tons/acre) builds soil organic matter. SARE and Cornell Soil Health document widely.
Timing: Mow when 3-4 ft tall to encourage rooting; terminate at frost; allow 3-4 weeks before transplanting following crop.
Region: Warm-season; requires soils >65°F at planting. Most useful in summer fallow windows in vegetable rotations.
Source: SARE, S29, Putnam, 1988
Sources cited
- S1
- Cornell University Cooperative Extension — vegetable production guides
- S10
- University of Wisconsin–Madison Extension
- S11
- University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
- S12
- NC State Extension
- S13
- University of New Hampshire Extension
- S16
- Cornell Climate Smart Farming / Cornell Small Farms
- S17
- Rodale Institute
- S18
- SARE (Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education)
- S20
- USDA ARS (Agricultural Research Service) publications
- S27
- Eliot Coleman — *The New Organic Grower*
- S28
- Bekele & Hassanali, 2001 — basil volatile bioassay
- S29
- Cornell Soil Health Lab / Northeast Cover Crop Council (NECCC)
- S3
- UC IPM (University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources)
- S33
- Putnam, 1988 — cereal rye allelopathy review
- S34
- UC IPM Pest Notes — specific pest pages
- S4
- Oregon State University Extension Service
- S5
- Michigan State University Extension
- S6
- Penn State Extension
- S7
- University of Minnesota Extension
- S8
- Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
- S9
- University of Maryland Extension — Home & Garden Info Center
Care & troubleshooting— extension-sourced, with citations
When to feed, prune & water
Attract beneficial insects and protect pollinators
Protection- Routine carePlant insectary flowers and tolerate light pestsstrong evidence — extension confidence
Grow a diversity of flowering plants (including small-flowered umbels and asters) to feed predators and parasitoids, and tolerate low pest numbers so natural enemies have prey to stick around.
- Routine careNever spray open bloomsstrong evidence — extension confidence
Avoid insecticides on flowering plants and apply any needed sprays in the evening when pollinators aren't active, and favor selective products over broad-spectrum ones to spare bees and beneficials.
Feed tomatoes through fruiting
Feeding- Routine careFeed every 2 weeks once fruit sets· every 2 wks · ~10 wksstrong evidence — extension confidence
From first fruit set, feed with a balanced or potassium-leaning tomato fertilizer every 2 weeks. Skip if you side-dressed compost recently or growth is already lush.
Mulch to suppress weeds and retain moisture
Mulch- Routine careApply organic mulch around plantsstrong evidence — extension confidence
Spread a few inches of straw, shredded leaves, or compost around established plants (keeping it off stems) to hold soil moisture, suppress weeds, and moderate soil temperature; wait until soil has warmed for heat-loving crops.
Plan crop rotation
Rotation- Routine careRotate plant families between bedsstrong evidence — extension confidence
Avoid planting the same family in the same bed in consecutive years (aim for a 3+ year gap), grouping crops by family so soilborne diseases and pests that build up don't carry over to the next susceptible crop.
- Routine careSequence for soil healthmoderate evidence — extension confidence
Follow heavy feeders like tomatoes and brassicas with legumes or a cover crop to support soil fertility and structure, and keep simple notes each year so you can track where each family grew.
Protect the garden from deer
Protection- Routine careFence the gardenstrong evidence — extension confidence
A fence about 8 feet tall and tight to the ground is the most reliable barrier; an outward-angled or double fence, or monofilament line strung at 30 to 36 inches, can also deter deer on smaller beds.
- Routine careRotate repellents as a supplement· every 2 wksmoderate evidence — extension confidence
Where fencing isn't feasible, apply odor/taste repellents and alternate formulations, reapplying every couple of weeks and after rain; combining repellents with fencing works best.
Prune tomato suckers
Pruning- Routine carePinch suckers weekly (indeterminate only)· every 1 wk · ~8 wksmoderate evidence — extension confidence
On indeterminate (vining) tomatoes pinch side-shoots in the leaf axils weekly for airflow and focus. Skip determinate/bush types - they fruit on the side-shoots.
Stake and tie up tomatoes
Support- Routine careTie new growth to support weekly· every 10 days · ~10 wksmoderate evidence — extension confidence
Tie stems loosely to a stake or cage as they grow to keep fruit off the soil and foliage airy. Check ties weekly so they don't bite into the stem.
Water deeply at fruiting
Watering- Routine careProvide steady deep watering during fruiting· every 3 daysstrong evidence — extension confidence
Once plants begin flowering and setting fruit, supply about 1 to 1.5 inches of water per week in deep soakings rather than light sprinkles, ideally at the base; even moisture reduces cracking, blossom-end rot, and bitter or misshapen fruit.
Catfacing (Tomato)
DisorderUnusual this time of year.
- CulturalAvoid setting fruit during cold spellsstrong evidence — extension confidence
Avoid transplanting so early that flowering coincides with night temperatures at or below about 54F, since cold during flowering causes the puckered, scarred fruit; warmer-set fruit develops normally.
- CulturalAvoid excess nitrogen and heavy early pruningmoderate evidence — extension confidence
Avoid high nitrogen and aggressive pruning during early fruit set, since both can increase catfacing.
Clean up debris and sanitize at season end
SanitationUnusual this time of year.
- Routine careRemove spent plants and fallen debrisstrong evidence — extension confidence
Pull and clear old plants, dropped fruit, and leaf litter at season end, since many pests and diseases overwinter in this debris; dispose of diseased material rather than composting it.
- Routine careClean tools, stakes, and cagesmoderate evidence — extension confidence
Wash and sanitize stakes, cages, and tools that touched diseased plants before storing or reusing them to avoid carrying pathogens into next season.
Cutworm collars at transplant
ProtectionUnusual this time of year.
- Routine careSet a collar around each new transplantstrong evidence — extension confidence
When setting out transplants, slip a collar (a toilet-paper tube, paper cup with the bottom cut out, or similar) around each stem and press it a couple inches into the soil so it stands a few inches above ground, blocking cutworms from the stem.
Harden off seedlings
ProtectionUnusual this time of year.
- Routine careGradually expose plants to the outdoors· every 1 days · ~2 wksstrong evidence — extension confidence
Starting about two weeks before transplanting, set seedlings outside in a sheltered, shady spot for a few hours and lengthen their time and sun exposure each day, avoiding windy days, to prevent transplant shock.
- Routine careEase back on water and transplant on a mild daystrong evidence — extension confidence
Water a little less during hardening (without letting plants wilt) to toughen growth, then transplant in late afternoon or on a cool, cloudy, calm day.
Something looks wrong?
Describe what you see on your tomatoand we'll rank the likely causes — most likely first, least-invasive fix first.
Bacterial soft rot
Diseasesevere- CulturalRemove rotting plants and produce (manage, not cure)strong evidence — extension confidence
Soft rot can't be cured once tissue breaks down; promptly remove and discard affected plants and produce so the bacteria don't spread to neighbors or other stored vegetables.
- CulturalAvoid wounds and excess moisturestrong evidence — extension confidence
Harvest in dry conditions, handle gently to avoid bruising, control insects that create entry wounds, and improve drainage; cure and store bulbs and roots cool and dry.
- CulturalDon't overwater and rotatemoderate evidence — extension confidence
Avoid waterlogged soil and overhead watering that splashes bacteria, and rotate away from previously affected fleshy crops to lower disease pressure.
Fusarium / Verticillium wilt
Diseasesevere- CulturalRemove the plant; rotate and choose resistant varietiesstrong evidence — extension confidence
There is no cure once a plant is infected. Pull it, avoid planting the same family there for 3-4 years, and grow V/F-resistance-coded varieties next season.
Late blight
Diseasesevere- CulturalRemove and bag infected plantsstrong evidence — extension confidence
Late blight is highly contagious and can wipe out a planting in days. Pull and bag (don't compost) symptomatic plants to protect neighbors and nearby gardens.
Phytophthora blight (root and crown rot)
Diseasesevere- CulturalRemove affected plants at first sign (manage, not cure)strong evidence — extension confidence
Infected plants can't be saved; promptly pull and destroy them at the start of an outbreak to slow spread, and avoid working in beds when wet.
- CulturalImprove drainage and avoid waterloggingstrong evidence — extension confidence
Plant on raised beds, never let beds stay saturated, and water with drip rather than flooding, since this water mold thrives in standing water and saturated soil.
- CulturalRotate and choose tolerant varietiesmoderate evidence — extension confidence
Rotate out of peppers, cucurbits, and tomatoes for at least three years where the disease has occurred, and select tolerant or resistant varieties when available.
Root-knot nematodes
Nematodesevere- CulturalConfirm with a soil test, then rotate (manage, not cure)strong evidence — extension confidence
Root-knot nematodes can't be eradicated from garden soil, so confirm via a county Extension nematode assay and rotate beds to non-hosts or resistant varieties (look for VFN-type resistance in tomato).
- CulturalPlant suppressive cover/rotation cropsmoderate evidence — extension confidence
A solid planting of French marigolds grown 2+ months and turned under, or cover crops such as sorghum-sudangrass or cowpea, can lower populations between susceptible crops.
- CulturalSanitation and organic mattermoderate evidence — extension confidence
Avoid moving infested soil on tools or transplants, build soil organic matter to support beneficial organisms, and keep plants well watered to help them tolerate root damage.
Southern blight
Diseasesevere- CulturalRemove infected plants and surrounding soil (manage, not cure)strong evidence — extension confidence
Once a plant collapses it can't be cured; dig out the plant plus the top few inches of nearby soil containing sclerotia and dispose of it, avoiding spread on tools.
- CulturalBury residue and rotatemoderate evidence — extension confidence
Deep-turn soil to bury sclerotia, remove crop debris at season end, and rotate susceptible solanaceous and legume crops with grasses for several seasons.
- CulturalAdjust soil pH and plant earlymoderate evidence — extension confidence
Maintain soil pH at the level recommended for the crop, since the disease is worse in low-pH soils, and time plantings so harvest begins before peak summer heat favors the fungus.
Tomato spotted wilt virus
Virussevere- CulturalRemove infected plants (cannot be cured)strong evidence — extension confidence
There is no cure once a plant is infected, so promptly pull and dispose of symptomatic plants to reduce the virus reservoir that thrips spread to healthy plants.
- CulturalStart clean and control weeds and thripsstrong evidence — extension confidence
Use virus- and thrips-free transplants, choose resistant varieties (Sw-5 tomatoes, Tsw peppers) where available, and control weeds around the garden that harbor both virus and thrips vectors.
White mold (Sclerotinia stem rot)
Diseasesevere- CulturalRemove infected plants (manage, not cure)strong evidence — extension confidence
There's no cure for an infected plant; cut out and bag affected plants including the black sclerotia, and don't compost them, since sclerotia survive years in soil.
- CulturalOpen the canopy and rotatestrong evidence — extension confidence
Space plants widely, control weeds, orient rows to prevailing wind, and avoid overhead watering at bloom to dry the canopy; rotate to non-host crops (corn or other grasses) for several years.
- CulturalWater at the base, not overheadmoderate evidence — extension confidence
Use drip or soaker irrigation to keep foliage and the soil surface drier, which discourages the sclerotia germination and mycelial growth that drive white mold.
Anthracnose fruit rot
Diseasemoderate- CulturalMulch, stake, and harvest promptlystrong evidence — extension confidence
Stake and mulch to keep fruit off the soil, avoid overhead watering, and pick ripe fruit promptly; rotate out of the affected family for at least a year and remove infected debris.
- OrganicApply a labeled fungicide on schedule· every 1 wk · ~4 wksmoderate evidence — extension confidence
From first fruit set onward, apply a labeled fungicide per the label on a regular schedule, covering fruit and leaf undersides, especially in extended wet weather.
Bacterial spot & speck
Diseasemoderate- CulturalAvoid overhead water and wet handlingstrong evidence — extension confidence
Water at the base, keep foliage dry, and don't work among wet plants; remove infected debris, rotate out of solanaceous crops, and disinfect tools between plants.
- OrganicApply a labeled copper preventively· every 1 wk · ~4 wksmoderate evidence — extension confidence
If disease appears, apply a labeled copper per the label on a 7-10 day schedule for protection; note copper-resistant strains exist, so don't rely on it alone.
Blister beetles
Pestmoderate- CulturalHand-pick wearing gloves· every 2 daysmoderate evidence — extension confidence
Wear gloves (these beetles release a blistering fluid) and knock beetles into soapy water, or use row cover ahead of swarms; their larvae eat grasshopper eggs, so tolerate light feeding when you can.
- OrganicSpot-treat heavy swarms· every 1 wkmoderate evidence — extension confidence
If a large swarm threatens a planting, a pyrethrin or other labeled insecticide can knock them back per the label; avoid spraying open blooms to protect pollinators.
Blossom-end rot
Disordermoderate- CulturalEven, deep watering· every 2 days · ~3 wksstrong evidence — extension confidence
A calcium-delivery problem from uneven moisture, not usually a soil shortage. Water deeply and consistently and mulch. Don't lime without a soil test.
Botrytis gray mold
Diseasemoderate- CulturalRemove infected tissue and old blossomsstrong evidence — extension confidence
Prune out moldy leaves, stems, and fruit and clear fallen blossoms and debris where the fungus gets started, disposing of them rather than composting.
- CulturalImprove airflow and reduce leaf wetnessstrong evidence — extension confidence
Space and stake plants for good air movement, water at the base in the morning, and harvest ripe fruit promptly so botrytis has fewer cool, humid, wet surfaces to colonize.
Damping-off (seedlings)
Diseasemoderate- CulturalDry out, ventilate, sow into clean mixstrong evidence — extension confidence
Use sterile seed-starting mix, bottom-water and let the surface dry between waterings, add airflow, and don't over-sow. Damping-off can't be cured once a seedling collapses.
Early blight
Diseasemoderate- CulturalRemove affected lower leavesstrong evidence — extension confidence
Pick off spotted leaves into the trash (not compost). Mulch heavily to stop soil splash and water at the base.
- CulturalPrune for airflowstrong evidence — extension confidence
Thin crowded interior foliage so leaves dry quickly after rain or dew.
- ChemicalCopper - label use only· every 1 wk · ~4 wksmoderate evidence — extension confidence
Only if established and spreading. Apply per label every 7-10 days; follow rates and pre-harvest intervals.
Herbicide drift damage (growth-regulator)
Disordermoderate- CulturalIdentify the source and protect future plantingsstrong evidence — extension confidence
Growth-regulator herbicides like 2,4-D and dicamba cause this distortion via drift or contaminated sprayers and mulch; identify and stop the source, and never use a sprayer that previously held herbicide on the garden.
- CulturalSupport recovery if exposure was lightmoderate evidence — extension confidence
Plants only lightly exposed (not directly sprayed) often outgrow the damage; keep them watered and lightly fed so they can push out normal new growth, though fruiting may be delayed.
Japanese beetles
Pestmoderate- CulturalHandpick into soapy water· every 1 days · ~4 wksstrong evidence — extension confidence
In early morning when beetles are sluggish, knock them into a bucket of soapy water; daily removal also reduces the scent that draws in more beetles. Skip the lure traps, which tend to attract more beetles than they catch.
- CulturalCover plants past bloommoderate evidence — extension confidence
On crops that have finished flowering and set fruit, drape a row cover or netting to keep beetles off without blocking pollination during bloom.
Leaf Mold (Tomato)
Diseasemoderate- CulturalLower humidity with ventilation and airflowstrong evidence — extension confidence
Increase ventilation, open vents, prune and space plants, and use drip irrigation to keep humidity below the high levels this fungus needs, since it is mainly a greenhouse/high-tunnel problem.
- CulturalUse resistant varieties and remove infected leavesstrong evidence — extension confidence
Grow leaf-mold-resistant tomato varieties and remove and dispose of infected lower leaves, sanitizing tools between plants.
- ChemicalApply fungicide preventively in tunnels· every 1 wkmoderate evidence — extension confidence
Where humidity cannot be controlled, apply a labeled fungicide preventively and rotate modes of action per the label.
Mosaic virus
Virusmoderate- CulturalRemove infected plants promptlystrong evidence — extension confidence
There's no cure, so pull and discard plants showing mosaic symptoms to limit spread, and wash hands and tools after handling them; control aphids that vector these viruses.
- CulturalUse resistant varieties and clean up weedsmoderate evidence — extension confidence
Where mosaic is a recurring problem, choose resistant varieties and remove weedy hosts nearby that can carry the virus over.
Potassium deficiency
Deficiencymoderate- CulturalConfirm with a soil test firststrong evidence — extension confidence
Edge scorch on older leaves has several causes, so get a soil test before adding potassium; over-applying can lock out magnesium and calcium.
- OrganicApply potassium per soil-test guidancemoderate evidence — extension confidence
If the test confirms low potassium, apply a potassium source (such as sulfate of potash) at the labeled/test-recommended rate and keep watering even, since drought worsens uptake.
Root rot from overwatering / poor drainage
Diseasemoderate- CulturalLet soil drain and water lessstrong evidence — extension confidence
Water root rots like Pythium thrive in saturated soil, so cut back watering, let the surface dry between irrigations, and water at the base rather than keeping soil constantly wet.
- CulturalImprove drainage and aerationstrong evidence — extension confidence
Use raised beds, loosen compacted soil, and add organic matter to improve drainage; remove plants that are already rotted since affected roots won't recover.
Septoria leaf spot
Diseasemoderate- CulturalStrip infected leaves + mulchstrong evidence — extension confidence
Remove spotted leaves to the trash, mulch to block soil splash, avoid overhead watering.
- ChemicalCopper - label use only· every 1 wk · ~3 wksmoderate evidence — extension confidence
For heavy pressure apply a labeled copper product every 7-10 days per the label. Follow rates and pre-harvest interval.
Spider mites
Pestmoderate- CulturalHose down and raise humidity· every 3 days · ~2 wksstrong evidence — extension confidence
Mites thrive in hot, dry, dusty conditions. Spray foliage (especially undersides) with water to dislodge them and reduce dust.
- OrganicInsecticidal soap or horticultural oil - label use only· every 5 days · ~2 wksmoderate evidence — extension confidence
Apply to undersides per label; mites resist many products, so soaps/oils are preferred. Not in extreme heat.
Stink bugs (brown marmorated and native)
Pestmoderate- CulturalExclude with row cover and clear nearby weedsstrong evidence — extension confidence
Cover susceptible crops with floating row cover before bugs arrive, and remove weeds and groundcover near the garden in early spring where stink bugs feed before moving to crops. Lift covers on flowering crops that need pollination.
- CulturalHand-pick bugs and egg masses· every 3 daysstrong evidence — extension confidence
Scout in the morning and drop adults, nymphs, and egg clusters into a bucket of soapy water; regular hand-picking keeps low populations in check since most garden insecticides work poorly on adults.
- OrganicSpot-treat young nymphs if numbers climb· every 1 wkmoderate evidence — extension confidence
If small nymphs are abundant, a botanical such as pyrethrin or azadirachtin, or insecticidal oil, may give some suppression per the label; adults are largely unaffected, so rely mainly on exclusion and hand-picking.
Thrips on fruiting vegetables
Pestmoderate- CulturalRemove weed and crop reservoirsstrong evidence — extension confidence
Control flowering weeds in and around the garden and remove spent host crops promptly, since thrips build up on these and move onto fruiting vegetables; avoid planting next to onions, garlic, or cereals where thrips numbers spike.
- CulturalKeep plants vigorous and rinse foliagemoderate evidence — extension confidence
Water and feed adequately so plants tolerate feeding, and a forceful water spray can knock down populations; reflective mulch can also deter thrips from settling on young plants.
- OrganicTreat with spinosad or oil if needed· every 1 wkmoderate evidence — extension confidence
If thrips are damaging growing points or fruit, spinosad or insecticidal soap/oil can help per the label; rotate modes of action and avoid spraying open blooms to protect pollinators and natural enemies.
Tomato hornworm
Pestmoderate- CulturalHand-pick (leave parasitized ones)· every 2 days · ~3 wksstrong evidence — extension confidence
Pick hornworms by hand at dusk. If one is covered in white rice-like cocoons, leave it - those are beneficial parasitic wasps doing your work.
- OrganicBt - label use only· every 1 wk · ~2 wksmoderate evidence — extension confidence
For heavy infestations, Bt kurstaki per label targets the caterpillars.
Whiteflies
Pestmoderate- CulturalRemove infested leaves and hose off· every 4 daysmoderate evidence — extension confidence
Pick off and discard heavily infested lower leaves and rinse colonies off undersides with a strong spray of water; yellow sticky cards help monitor numbers.
- OrganicApply a labeled soap or oil· every 1 wk · ~3 wksmoderate evidence — extension confidence
Apply a labeled insecticidal soap or neem oil per the label, covering leaf undersides; these reduce but won't eliminate whiteflies, so repeat as needed.
Cutworms
PestmoderateUnusual this time of year.
- CulturalPlace stem collars on transplantsstrong evidence — extension confidence
Push a collar (cardboard tube, can, or cup with bottom removed) a couple inches into the soil around each stem so it extends a few inches above ground; this blocks cutworms from reaching the stem.
- CulturalScout soil and hand-remove· every 3 days · ~2 wksstrong evidence — extension confidence
In the evening or early morning, check the soil around damaged plants and remove curled larvae by hand; tilling beds about two weeks before planting also reduces larvae and pupae.
- OrganicApply a labeled Bt or spinosad· every 1 wk · ~3 wksmoderate evidence — extension confidence
If damage continues, apply a labeled Bacillus thuringiensis (kurstaki) or spinosad product per the label, targeting small larvae; Bt works best on young first- and second-instar cutworms.
Phosphorus deficiency
DeficiencymoderateUnusual this time of year.
- CulturalCheck soil test and soil temperaturestrong evidence — extension confidence
Purpling in cold spring soils is often temporary, since cold roots can't take up phosphorus that's actually present; warm weather usually resolves it, so confirm a true shortage with a soil test before adding phosphorus.
- OrganicAdd phosphorus only if the test calls for itmoderate evidence — extension confidence
If low phosphorus is confirmed, work a phosphorus source into the root zone per the test recommendation, and keep soil pH in range since extreme pH ties up phosphorus.
Aphids
Pestlow- CulturalBlast off with water· every 3 days · ~2 wksstrong evidence — extension confidence
Knock colonies off with a strong jet of water in the morning; repeat every few days. Light infestations rarely need more.
- OrganicInsecticidal soap - label use only· every 1 wk · ~3 wksmoderate evidence — extension confidence
For persistent colonies apply insecticidal soap to undersides per label. Avoid open flowers.
Edema (oedema)
Disorderlow- CulturalBalance watering and humiditystrong evidence — extension confidence
Edema comes from the plant taking up more water than it releases, not a pathogen, so water less often and water in the morning so roots aren't taking up water faster than leaves transpire on cool, humid days.
- CulturalImprove airflow and drainagestrong evidence — extension confidence
Space plants for good air movement, improve soil and container drainage, and avoid overcrowding under cover; affected leaves won't recover but new growth comes in normally once conditions balance.
Magnesium deficiency
Deficiencylow- CulturalConfirm with a soil test, then correct· every 2 wks · ~4 wksmoderate evidence — extension confidence
Interveinal yellowing on older leaves suggests magnesium. Confirm with a test; if low, a dilute Epsom-salt foliar spray is a short-term fix while you amend the soil.
Nitrogen deficiency
Deficiencylow- CulturalFeed with balanced fertilizer· every 2 wks · ~4 wksstrong evidence — extension confidence
Apply a balanced organic fertilizer or fish emulsion; new growth greens up within ~2 weeks. Don't overcorrect.
Sunscald
Disorderlow- CulturalKeep canopy coverstrong evidence — extension confidence
Stop over-pruning and let foliage shade the fruit; shade cloth helps in heat waves. Damaged fruit is still edible if you cut out the patch.
Tomato fruit cracking
Disorderlow- CulturalWater consistently and mulchstrong evidence — extension confidence
Provide steady, even moisture (about 1 to 1.5 inches a week) and mulch around plants to buffer the dry-then-wet swings that cause rapid growth and cracking; pick ripening fruit promptly before heavy rain.
Transplant shock
DisorderlowUnusual this time of year.
- CulturalWater in well and provide shade· every 1 days · ~1 wksstrong evidence — extension confidence
Water transplants in thoroughly at planting and keep the root zone evenly moist for the first week or two, and provide temporary shade during hot, sunny, or windy spells to reduce stress while roots establish.
- CulturalHarden off and plant gently next timestrong evidence — extension confidence
Most plants recover on their own; to prevent recurrence, harden off seedlings before planting, set them out in mild weather or evening, and avoid disturbing the roots when transplanting.