Homestead Tomato Seeds | Heirloom | Organic | Heat Tolerant

Description: (Determinate/80 days) Homestead is an heirloom tomato that dates back to 1954 when it was bred by the University of Florida to produce tremendous amounts of fruit in hot conditions. The dense foliage provides protection from sunburn for the fruits, which are produced in abundance. This variety is great for canning, processing, and taking to market. It also has some disease resistance. Common Name - TomatoBotanical Name - Solanum LycopersicumHeirloom Status (lineage established at least 50 years ago) - Heirloom TomatoOpen-Pollinated Status - Open-PollinatedOrganic Status - OrganicGrowth Habit - Semi-DeterminateDays to Maturity - 80 DaysDays to Germinate - 6-14 DaysFruit Color - Red TomatoFruit Size - Medium/ Slicer TomatoSoil Depth - ¼ InchSoil Temperature - 75-85 DegreesPlant Spacing - 36-48 inchesRow Spacing - 4-5 FeetPreferences - Full Sun, Moist Well Drained Soil 1/8 Oz = Approximately 930-1,250 Tomato Seeds1/4 Oz = Approximately 1,875-2,500 Tomato Seeds1/2 Oz = Approximately 3,750-5,000 Tomato Seeds1 Oz = Approximately 7,500-10,000 Tomato Seeds Planting Instructions - Start tomato seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date. Do not plant out until 2 weeks after last frost. Tomato seeds require high soil temperatures for good germination rates. We highly recommend heat mats to ensure and speed up germination. Pot up to 3–4 inch pots when first true leaves develop (not cotyledon leaves). Harden off plants for 1-2 weeks in full sun before transplanting them outside (after last frost). Make sure to give tomato plants a lot of space for vigorous root and foliage growth.

Price: 2.49 USD

Location: Bothell, Washington

End Time: 2024-09-01T09:06:46.000Z

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