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Heirloom, Non-GMO Oregon Spring Tomato Seed Growth Habits:
Oregon Spring tomato plants produce clusters of 4" fruit on vines with a compact, determinate growth habit. They are an excellent choice for growers with limited garden space or those growing in containers or raised beds.
To enjoy Oregon Spring tomatoes, start the seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your last frost date. After hardening off the tomato seedlings, transplant them into a sunny garden space with well-draining, rich soil that's slightly acidic to neutral. The Oregon Spring tomato fruit will be ready to harvest and eat in about 58 days.
Be sure to regularly water the Oregon Spring tomato plants to prevent blossom end rot and fruit cracking.
Various Uses for Oregon Spring Heirloom Tomatoes:
Weighing 6 to 7 oz. apiece and having rich, meaty tomato flavor, Oregon Spring heirloom tomatoes are delicious on salads as well as sliced for sandwiches and burgers. Plus, the classic flavor makes great sauce, soup, ketchup, stew, and more.
Rich-tasting Oregon Spring tomatoes can also be paired with soft cheeses to make mouthwatering appetizers, like caprese salad or tomato and goat cheese salad.
Heirloom Oregon Spring Tomato Benefits:
Full of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, Oregon Spring tomatoes are a nutrient rich, healthy food for most people. Red tomatoes, like the Oregon Spring tomato variety, are also packed with an antioxidant called lycopene, which is known to benefit the heart.
Additional Information:
Oregon Spring tomatoes are a nearly seedless, open-pollinated variety that were specifically bred to perform in cooler weather.
Seeds Per Package:
- 250 mg - Approximately 90 Seeds
- 0.25 oz - Approximately 2,500 Seeds
- 1 oz - Approximately 10,000 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 40,000 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 160,000 Seeds
ATTRIBUTES
Basic Info
Latin Name: |
Solanum lycoperscium (Previously Lycopersicon esculentum, however this name is no longer accepted as correct)
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Tomato Type: |
Slicing - Larger, round tomatoes, the size of your fist or larger. |
Oregon Spring Tomato Color: |
Red |
Oregon Spring Tomato Flavor: |
Classic, rich, and meaty |
Growing Info
Hardiness Zone: |
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Annual: Not intended to overwinter |
Days to Maturity: |
58 (from transplant) |
Days to Germination: |
7-10 |
Seeding Depth: |
0.25 inch |
Plant Spacing: |
24 to 36 inches |
Row Spacing: |
36 inches |
Plant Height: |
18 to 36 inches |
Growth Habit: |
Determinate - Determinate tomatoes are more compact, bush-type plants that set their fruit all at once and end the harvest. They won't continue to produce tomatoes after that. By planting multiple plants in intervals a week apart, you can continue to harvest for longer periods. |
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 |
Other
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: |
Very Early - Ready for harvest from 40 to 59 days from transplant to harvest (depending on variety). Including time for indoor seed starts, this can range from about 96 to 114 days from sowing the seed to harvest (depending on variety). To have a tomato by the 4th of July, you would have to start seeds indoors in early March and transplant by the last week in April. |
Germination Temperature: |
65-85 F |
Pests and Diseases: |
Resistant to 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: |
Containers, Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed |
Tomato Use: |
Salads, fresh eating, small slicing, sauces, stews, canning, etc. |