'Rainbow Mix' - (Non-GMO) - Tomato Seeds - (Heirloom) - 300mg
60+ Seeds per Pack!
Enjoy this amazing Rainbow mix of Beefsteak Tomato varieties in your garden. We blend the following Heirloom beefsteak varieties: Yellow Brandywine, Pink Brandywine, Black Krim and Beefsteak.
80+ Days to Harvest!
Tomato Seeds Variety Pack - Top 10 Sellers - 20% Savings!
Enjoy savings when purchasing Tomato Seeds Variety Seeds Packs. This variety pack includes: Yellow Brandywine, Siberian, Roma Paste, Beefsteak, Matt's Wild Cherry, Scotia, Amish Paste, Amber Yellow Globe, Black Prince, Blondkopfchen and Pink Icicle Tomatoes. Bonus Pack: Beefsteak Tomato. Bon Appetit!
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Fast producing plants allow for Northern harvesting of plump and juicy tomatoes. Green tomatoes salsa or fully ripen red, a trustworthy addition to your garden. Large solid fruits weighing up to 260g (9oz) are a rich red colour. Sow seeds indoors at least six weeks before last spring frost. Bears first ripe fruit about 60 days after transplanting. It's important to irrigate frequently so the plants never wilt. Days to harvest are highly variable depending on growing conditions. Indeterminate. Non-GMO. Heirloom Variety.
68 Days to Harvest!
1. Choose the Right Variety:
- Indeterminate: Continues to grow and produce fruit throughout the season. Requires staking or caging.
- Determinate: Grows to a fixed height and produces fruit all at once. Suitable for container gardening.
- Timing: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Transplant seedlings outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil temperatures are consistently above 60°F (15°C).
- Location: Select a sunny spot with at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
- Soil: Use well-draining, nutrient-rich soil with a pH between 6.2 and 6.8. Enrich soil with compost or well-rotted manure.
- Seedlings: Space plants 24-36 inches apart. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball, place the seedling in the hole, and backfill with soil. Bury up to the first set of leaves to promote strong root development.
- Direct Sowing: If planting from seeds directly, sow seeds ¼ inch deep in prepared soil. Thin seedlings to 24-36 inches apart once they’re established.
- Consistency: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water at the base of the plant to avoid wetting the foliage and reduce the risk of disease.
- Frequency: Water deeply once a week, increasing frequency during hot, dry periods. Use mulch to retain soil moisture and regulate temperature.
- Staking/Caging: Install stakes or cages at planting time to support plant growth. Indeterminate varieties will need robust support as they grow taller. Regularly tie stems to supports with soft ties.
- Initial Feeding: Use a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10) at planting time.
- Ongoing: Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with a tomato-specific fertilizer or one higher in phosphorus and potassium but lower in nitrogen to promote fruiting over foliage growth.
- Indeterminate Varieties: Remove suckers (side shoots that grow between the main stem and branches) to promote better air circulation and fruit production. Pinch off lower leaves to keep foliage from touching the ground.
- Common Pests: Watch for aphids, whiteflies, and tomato hornworms. Use organic insecticides or natural predators like ladybugs.
- Diseases: Prevent common diseases like blight and powdery mildew by providing good air circulation, avoiding overhead watering, and rotating crops each year.
- Timing: Pick tomatoes when they are firm and have reached full color. Allow them to ripen on the vine for the best flavor. Harvest before frost to prevent damage.
- Storage: Store harvested tomatoes at room temperature for ripening. Avoid refrigerating as it can affect flavor and texture.
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Container Growing: Use a large, well-draining pot (5 gallons or more). Choose a rich, organic potting mix. Support the plant with a sturdy cage or stake. Water regularly and ensure the container gets plenty of sunlight.
Vertical Gardening: Set up a trellis or vertical support near the planting area. Train the tomato plant to climb as it grows by securing it with soft ties. This method saves space and can improve air circulation.
Hanging Baskets: Opt for a durable hanging basket with drainage holes. Use a high-quality potting mix and hang the basket in a sunny spot. Water frequently as hanging baskets dry out faster.
💧 Hydroponics: Use a hydroponic system (like NFT or DWC) with a balanced nutrient solution. Ensure adequate light (using grow lights if indoors). Regularly monitor and adjust nutrient levels and pH.