Description
25 Seeds per pack
(Lycopersicon lycopersicum) 85 days German Red Strawberry Heirloom Tomato are shaped just like a strawberry but there alot bigger at 3 1/2 ” long and weighing up to 10 oz. Red Strawberry has a wonderful taste with solid meat, few seeds, and very little juice. Indeterminate
Planting Instructions for German Red Strawberry Tomato Seeds
Start German Red Strawberry 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 German Red Strawberry Tomato transplants, in full sun, once soil has warmed, 18-30″ apart, in rows 3-4′ apart. Plant tall, spindly 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 German Red Strawberry 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 German Red Strawberry Tomato unique?
The German Red Strawberry Tomato is an heirloom variety known for its distinctive strawberry shape, reaching up to 3½ inches long and weighing up to 10 oz. It has a wonderful flavor, solid meat, very few seeds, and minimal juice, making it ideal for slicing and cooking.
How long does it take for German Red Strawberry Tomatoes to mature?
German Red Strawberry Tomatoes mature in approximately 85 days, making them a late-season variety suitable for gardeners seeking flavorful, high-quality fruits.
What type of plant is the German Red Strawberry Tomato?
The German Red Strawberry Tomato is an indeterminate variety, meaning it grows continuously and produces fruit throughout the growing season. These vigorous plants provide a steady supply of uniquely shaped, meaty tomatoes.
How should German Red Strawberry Tomato seeds be planted?
To grow German Red Strawberry 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 and transplant them outdoors in full sun, spacing them 18-30 inches apart in rows 3-4 feet apart.
How can I ensure healthy German Red Strawberry 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 strong root development along the stem, ensuring robust plants capable of producing solid, meaty fruits with exceptional flavor. Proper staking will support the plants' indeterminate growth habit.
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