Tomato Seeds - Cherry - Isis Candy (Organic)
67 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. Organic Isis Candy Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, organic, indeterminate cherry tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, greenhouses, containers, and large hanging baskets. Isis Candy Cherry produces 1-inch round, yellow-orange tomatoes with a sweet gold flesh. You can get all sorts of fun marbling of yellow-red coloring. The flavor is so rich, fruity, and sweet. It really is like candy. Customers say Isis Candy is a real hit with their kids. Approx. 7,500 seeds/ounce.
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Growing Organic Isis Candy Tomatoes in the Vegetable Garden
When planting Organic Isis Candy tomatoes, it's important to follow organic gardening practices to ensure a healthy crop. Begin by sowing your seeds indoors 7-9 weeks before the last spring frost date. Choose a high-quality organic seed starting mix and plant the seeds approximately 1/4 inch deep. Keep the soil consistently moist and maintain a temperature of 65-85°F (18-29°C) for optimal germination. Once the seedlings have developed their first true leaves and the danger of frost has passed, typically when they are about 6-8 weeks old, you can transplant them into your garden plots, raised beds, or containers. Provide adequate spacing of 24-36 inches between plants, as these indeterminate tomatoes can grow vigorously. Use organic compost or well-rotted manure to enrich the soil and maintain the slightly acidic, well-draining conditions tomatoes prefer.
Companion planting with basil and marigolds can help repel pests, enhance flavor, and combat nematodes, known tomato foes. These indeterminate tomatoes necessitate sturdy support, so consider staking or caging them to manage their sprawling growth. Regular pruning of lower foliage not only improves air circulation but also reduces the risk of diseases. For optimal fruiting, use organic fertilizers rich in phosphorus and potassium. Enhance soil quality with organic compost or well-rotted manure. Maintain consistent soil moisture by watering at the base to prevent foliage diseases. Employ organic mulch for moisture retention, weed control, and temperature regulation. Be vigilant for common tomato diseases like powdery mildew and late blight, treating and preventing them with organic neem-based products. Harvest when the tomatoes display their full, vibrant color and gently yield to slight pressure, picking regularly to encourage continuous production. For organic pest control, introduce beneficial insects and utilize organic neem-based solutions.
Harvesting Organic Isis Candy Tomatoes
These tomatoes belong to the indeterminate variety, which means they continue to produce fruit throughout the growing season. The optimal time to harvest is when the tomatoes have reached their full, vibrant orange color, and they gently yield to slight pressure when touched. They should come off the vine easily with a gentle twist or a snip of pruning shears. Be sure to pick them regularly to encourage continuous production. For best flavor and nutrition, it's recommended to pluck them at the peak of ripeness. This indeterminate nature of the plant provides a prolonged harvesting period, allowing you to enjoy a steady supply of sweet, fruity Isis Candy tomatoes over an extended season.
About Organic Isis Candy Tomato Garden Seeds
This heirloom variety is cherished for its fruity and sweet taste. While the specific breeding details are not well-documented, it's part of the vast and diverse world of heirloom tomatoes, where gardeners and farmers have preserved exceptional tomato strains for generations. The Isis Candy Tomato is not only a treat for the palate but also adds a vibrant burst of color to the garden with its small, marbled yellow-orange fruits. While it's not known to be specifically bred for a particular growing climate, it typically thrives in various regions, especially where warm, sunny conditions prevail.
This variety can be well-suited for container gardens and hanging baskets, making it a versatile choice for those with limited garden space. The compact growth habit of indeterminate cherry tomatoes like the Isis Candy allows them to flourish in containers, and their colorful fruit adds an ornamental touch to hanging baskets. Whether you have a small urban balcony or a spacious garden plot, you can enjoy the delightful sweetness of Isis Candy tomatoes and their unique marbled appearance.
Tips From Our Gardeners
"Rotate your crops and practice companion planting. Crop rotation is essential to prevent soil depletion and control pests and diseases organically. Tomatoes should not be planted in the same spot in consecutive years to reduce the risk of soil-borne pathogens. Additionally, consider companion planting with herbs like basil, which can enhance the flavor of your tomatoes and deter certain pests, or marigolds, which can help repel nematodes. By diversifying your garden and embracing companion planting, you can maintain soil health and reduce the need for synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, aligning with organic growing principles."
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- Chelsea Hafer, True Leaf Market Writer |
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Organic Isis Candy Tomato Seeds Per Package:
- 25 seeds packet - Approximately 25 Seeds
- 1 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 7,500 Seeds
Non-GMO Organic Isis Candy Tomato seeds are available for Fast Free Shipping on qualifying orders.
Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Solanum lycoperscium (previously Lycopersicon esculentum) |
| Tomato Type: | Cherry - Small fruited tomatoes that are often round or pear shaped. Typically the size of marbles but still smaller than a golf ball. |
| Organic Isis Candy Tomato Color: | Orange |
| Organic Isis Candy Tomato Flavor: | Fruity and sweet |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Annual: Not intended to overwinter |
| Days to Maturity: | 60-69 Days (from transplant) |
| Days to Germination: | 7-10 |
| Seeding Depth: | 0.25 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 24 to 36 Inches |
| Row Spacing: | 36 inches |
| Plant Height: | 36 to 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 to 36 Inches |
| Growth Speed: | Early - Ready for harvest from about 60 to 69 days (or less, depending on variety) from transplant to harvest. Including time for indoor seed starts, this can range to about 130 days (or less depending on the variety) from sowing the seed to harvest. To have a tomato by the 4th of July, you would have to start seeds indoors from mid to late February and transplant by mid-April at the latest. |
| Germination Temperature: | 65-85 F |
| Pests and Diseases: | 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 |
| Tomato Use: | Salads, fresh eating, small slicing, etc. |