Description
25 Seeds per pack
(Lycopersicon lycopersicum) 75-90 days A pink, disease resistant variety released in 1961, the Bradley Heirloom Tomato produces a compact, bushy, determinate plant. Yielding generous amounts of deliciously sweet, old-fashioned flavored 8 to 10 oz. tomatoes it’s sure to become a new favorite in your garden! Fruit ripens in large numbers over a fairly concentrated time period, making it a great variety for canning and freezing, yet, tastes great sliced as well. The Bradley Tomato is one of the all time Southern favorites!
Planting Instructions for Bradley Tomato Seeds
Start Heirloom Bradley Tomato seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date. Plant the Tomato seeds ¼” deep in sterile seed starting mix. Germination occurs in 6-14 days in soil 70-90°F. Once true leaves develop, separate Heirloom / Open Pollinated Tomato plants into 3-4″ pots, placing in full light & cooler temps (60-70°F). Set out hardened off Tomato transplants, in full sun, once soil has warmed, 18-30″ apart, in rows 3-4′ apart. Plant tall, spindly Bradley tomato seedlings deeper, the stems will sprout roots and support and strengthen the plant. To help prevent blossom end rot, put 1 Tbs of lime, ground oyster shells, or crushed eggshells at the bottom of your planting hole. The calcium will help build strong cell walls once your heirloom tomatoes plants start producing fruit. For strong Bradley tomato plants, add 1 Tbs of aged compost and 1 Tbs of bone meal to the bottom of the hole as well.
FAQ:
What makes the Bradley Heirloom Tomato unique?
The Bradley Heirloom Tomato, released in 1961, is a compact, bushy determinate variety known for its disease resistance. It produces generous amounts of pink, 8-10 oz fruits with a deliciously sweet, old-fashioned flavor. It’s a Southern favorite, ideal for slicing, canning, and freezing due to its concentrated fruiting period.
How long does it take for Bradley Tomatoes to mature?
Bradley Tomatoes mature in approximately 75-90 days, making them a mid-to-late season variety that provides a productive and flavorful harvest.
What type of plant is the Bradley Tomato?
The Bradley Tomato is a determinate variety, meaning it grows to a set size and produces its fruit over a concentrated period. This makes it perfect for gardeners looking to harvest large amounts of fruit for canning or freezing in a short timeframe.
How should Bradley Tomato seeds be planted?
To grow Bradley Tomatoes, start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Plant seeds ¼ inch deep in sterile seed-starting mix at 70-90°F. Germination typically occurs in 6-14 days. Once true leaves develop, transplant seedlings into 3- to 4-inch pots and provide full light at cooler temperatures of 60-70°F. Harden off the plants before transplanting them outdoors in full sun, spacing them 18-30 inches apart in rows 3-4 feet apart.
How can I ensure healthy Bradley Tomato plants and prevent blossom end rot?
To prevent blossom end rot, add one tablespoon of lime, ground oyster shells, or crushed eggshells to the planting hole for calcium. Enrich the soil with one tablespoon each of aged compost and bone meal. Plant tall seedlings deeper to encourage root development along the stem, ensuring strong plants capable of producing abundant, high-quality fruits.
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