Tomato Seeds - Slicing - Husky Red Hybrid
78 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Husky Red Hybrid Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, warm season annual, F1 hybrid, potato leaf, indeterminate, slicing tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, greenhouses, containers, and large hanging baskets. Resistant to Alternaria Stem Canker (Crown Wilt),Fusarium Wilt (Race 1 &2), Stemphylium (Gray Leaf Spot), and Verticillium Wilt. Bright red, 7- to 8-oz. globe-shaped fruits that are delicious for salads, sandwiches, sauces, and more. The Husky Red hybrid tomato plant has a dwarf indeterminate growth habit that makes them ideal for growing in greenhouses, containers, and gardens with limited space. The compact, upright Husky Red hybrid tomato plant will bear fruit throughout the frost-free growing season. ~10,000 seeds/oz.
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Growing Husky Red Hybrid Tomatoes in the Vegetable Garden
To plant Husky Red Hybrid Tomato seeds, start indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost date. Sow the seeds at a depth of 0.25 inches in a well-draining, loose (sandy loam), slightly acidic soil with a pH between 6.2 and 6.8. Ensure the soil retains moisture and provide full sun exposure for optimal growth. Transplant the seedlings outdoors once they have reached a suitable size and the risk of frost has passed, maintaining a spacing of 24-36 inches between plants and 36 inches between rows. The Husky Red Hybrid Tomato has a dwarf indeterminate growth habit, making it suitable for containers, raised beds, and gardens with limited space. The plants can be grown staked or caged without pinching. With a maturation period of 78 days from transplant, the tomato plants will bear 7- to 8-oz. bright red, globe-shaped fruits suitable for salads, sandwiches, sauces, and more.
Regularly prune or stake the indeterminate vines to support the plants and keep the fruits off the ground. Mulching around the base helps retain moisture, suppress weeds, and maintain even soil temperature. Companion planting with basil and marigold can deter common pests, promoting a healthier growing environment. Maintain a consistent watering schedule, ensuring the soil remains consistently moist but not waterlogged. Deep, infrequent watering is preferable to shallow, frequent irrigation, as it encourages robust root development. Applying a balanced fertilizer, rich in phosphorus and potassium, during the growing season supports fruit development. However, avoid excessive nitrogen, as it can lead to excessive foliage growth at the expense of fruit production. Regularly inspect the plants for signs of pests or diseases, and promptly address any issues to prevent the spread of infections. Applying organic neem-based products can help control common pests without harmful chemicals. Additionally, rotating crops and avoiding planting in areas recently used for other nightshade family plants can prevent soil-borne diseases.
Harvesting Husky Red Hybrid Tomatoes
Harvesting Husky Red Hybrid Tomatoes is a rewarding process that requires attention to the variety's growth habits. Being an indeterminate tomato, the plants continue to produce fruit throughout the season. The key to determining the right time to harvest is observing the tomatoes' color and firmness. Once the fruits reach their vibrant red hue and exhibit a slightly soft feel, they are ready for picking. Gently twist or cut the tomatoes from the vine using pruning shears, leaving a small stem attached. Harvesting regularly promotes ongoing production and allows space for new fruit to develop. Since indeterminate tomatoes have a more extended harvesting window, you can enjoy a continuous supply of fresh, sweet tomatoes for salads, sandwiches, sauces, and more throughout the growing season.
About Husky Red Hybrid Tomato Garden Seeds
Husky Red Hybrid Tomatoes have a history rooted in modern breeding efforts to create a versatile, flavorful, and compact tomato variety. Bred for a combination of traits including heat tolerance, disease resistance, and indeterminate growth, this tomato variety was developed to thrive in various growing conditions, making it adaptable to different climates. The breeders aimed to provide gardeners with a reliable and productive option suitable for gardens, raised beds, greenhouses, containers, and even large hanging baskets.
The bright red, globe-shaped fruits weigh around 7 to 8 ounces, making them ideal for slicing and various culinary uses. The compact, upright growth habit of the plant ensures it can flourish in limited space, and its resistance to common tomato diseases adds to its appeal.
Husky Red Hybrid Tomatoes are well-suited for container gardens, providing an excellent option for those with limited garden space. Their compact indeterminate growth habit allows them to thrive in containers and even large hanging baskets, making them a versatile choice for urban or small-space gardening. For those with vertical gardening preferences, the tomatoes can be grown in hanging baskets, cascading down for an aesthetically pleasing display.
Tips From Our Gardeners
"Consider adding support structures, such as stakes or cages, especially when grown in containers or hanging baskets. While the plants have a dwarf indeterminate growth habit, providing support helps manage the weight of the fruit-laden vines, promoting better airflow and reducing the risk of breakage. This additional support contributes to a healthier and more productive tomato plant."
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- Chelsea Hafer, True Leaf Market Writer |
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Husky Red Hybrid Tomato Seeds Per Package:
- 10 seed Packet
- 100 seed Packet
- 500 seed Packet
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Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Solanum lycoperscium (previously Lycopersicon esculentum) |
| Tomato Type: | Slicing - Larger, round tomatoes, the size of your fist or larger. |
| Husky Red Hybrid Tomato Color: | Red |
| Husky Red Hybrid Tomato Flavor: | Sweet |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Annual: Not intended to overwinter |
| Days to Maturity: | 78 (from transplant) |
| Days to Germination: | 7-10 |
| Seeding Depth: | 0.25 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 24-36 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 36 inches |
| Plant Height: | 36-96 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Indeterminate - Indeterminate tomatoes are vine-type plants that sprawl (requiring a cage or trellis to support them) and continue to grow throughout the season. Indeterminate tomato plants will continue to produce tomatoes for the rest of the season, so you can harvest continually. |
| Soil Preference: | Well-draining, loose (sandy loam), slightly acidic (6.2 to 6.8), and moisture retaining. Too much nitrogen in the soil may lead to more foliage production and less fruiting. Tomatoes like more phosphorus and potassium than other vegetables. |
| Temperature Preference: | Warmer (70-85 F) |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
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| Direct Sow: | No |
| Start Indoors: | Yes. Start Indoors 7-9 weeks before your last spring frost date. |
| Plant Width: | 24 inches |
| Plant Spread: | 24 inches |
| Growth Speed: | Mid - Ready to harvest 70 to 80 days from transplant. Tricky to get a tomato by the 4th of July with these varieties. They are good mid-summer producers for most USDA Zones. |
| Germination Temperature: | 65-85 F |
| Pests and Diseases: | Resistant to Alternaria Stem Canker (Crown Wilt),Fusarium Wilt (Race 1 &2), Stemphylium (Gray Leaf Spot), and Verticillium Wilt. Common pests known to harm tomato plants, in general, include the tomato hornworm, cutworm, aphids, flea beetles, tomato fruit worms, and whiteflies. Also, watch for common diseases such as blossom end rot, fusarium wilt, powdery mildew, verticillium wilt, late blight, bacterial canker/spot, and tobacco mosaic virus. Most of these can be prevented by maintaining a regular watering schedule and avoiding overwatering. Regularly check your plants for pest damage throughout the season. For treating pest and disease problems, we recommend using an organic neem-based product. |
| Garden Size: | Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Container, Large Hanging Basket |
| Tomato Use: | Salads, fresh eating, slicing, canning, sauces |