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Growing Viva Salsa Hybrid Tomatoes in the Vegetable Garden

To successfully cultivate Viva Salsa Hybrid tomatoes, start by sowing the seeds indoors approximately 7-9 weeks before your last spring frost date to ensure a productive growing season. These determinate cherry tomatoes require a bit of patience as they have an 80-day maturity period from transplant. Plant the Viva Salsa Hybrid tomato seeds at a depth of 0.25 inch in a well-draining, loose (sandy loam), slightly acidic (pH 6.2-6.8), and moisture-retaining soil. Once the seedlings have sprouted, they can be transplanted into your garden plot, raised bed, greenhouse, or container. Make sure to space them 24 to 36 inches apart to allow for proper growth and airflow. Viva Salsa Hybrid tomatoes are determinate, which means they produce fruit all at once, ending the harvest. Therefore, for extended harvest periods, consider planting multiple plants in intervals a week apart. With proper care, these tomatoes will reward you with their acidic and tasty flavor, perfect for adding zing to your salsas and culinary creations.

Maintaining healthy Viva Salsa Hybrid tomato plants involves a few key considerations. These determinate cherry tomatoes benefit from regular inspection for common tomato pests, such as tomato hornworms, cutworms, aphids, and whiteflies, so keep an eye out for signs of infestations. Additionally, it's crucial to watch for typical tomato diseases like blossom end rot, fusarium wilt, powdery mildew, verticillium wilt, late blight, bacterial canker/spot, and tobacco mosaic virus. To prevent these issues, maintain a regular watering schedule, avoiding overwatering and ensuring your plants receive adequate moisture. Consider using an organic neem-based product if pest or disease problems arise. Companion planting with herbs like basil and marigold can help deter pests and enhance the growth of your Viva Salsa Hybrid tomatoes.

Harvesting Viva Salsa Hybrid Tomatoes

Harvesting Viva Salsa Hybrid tomatoes is a straightforward process, especially given their determinate growth habit. These compact cherry tomatoes have a predetermined size and fruiting period, which simplifies the harvesting routine. To know when to harvest, keep an eye on the tomatoes as they reach their vibrant red color and feel firm to the touch. When they display this ripe appearance, they are ready for picking. Simply grasp the tomatoes gently and give them a slight twist; they should easily come off the vine. Since determinate varieties like Viva Salsa Hybrid produce their fruit all at once and then end the harvest, it's best to pick the tomatoes as they ripen.

About Viva Salsa Hybrid Tomato Garden Seeds

Viva Salsa Hybrid tomatoes have a relatively recent history compared to some heirloom varieties. While specific breeding details may be limited, these tomatoes are known for their exceptional qualities, bred to excel in specific traits and growing conditions. As their name suggests, they were likely developed with a focus on being an excellent choice for making zesty salsas and enhancing culinary creations with their acidic and tasty flavor. This specialized breeding aimed to create a tomato variety that could add a bold and tangy kick to various dishes.

One interesting feature of Viva Salsa Hybrid tomatoes is their determinate growth habit, which means they are well-suited for gardeners who prefer a concentrated and predictable harvest. These tomatoes are known for setting fruit all at once and then ending the harvest. This characteristic can be advantageous for those who wish to preserve or process their tomatoes in a single batch. While they are typically grown in garden plots and raised beds, Viva Salsa Hybrid tomatoes are also suitable for container gardening, making them adaptable to various growing spaces. However, they may not be ideal for hanging baskets due to their determinate nature and larger growth.

Tips From Our Gardeners

"Consider staggered planting to extend your harvest season. While determinate, planting new batches of these tomatoes at intervals of a week apart can provide you with a more extended window for harvesting and enjoying their zesty flavor in your salsas and dishes."

- Chelsea Hafer, True Leaf Market Writer

Other Resources

• Guide to Tomatoes

Viva Salsa Hybrid Tomato Seeds Per Package:

• 300 mg packet - Approximately 70 Seeds
• 0.25 oz - Approximately 1,700 Seeds
• 1 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 6,800 Seeds
• 4 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 27,200 Seeds
• 1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 108,800 Seeds

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