Abe Lincoln Tomato Seeds (Indeterminate)
South GA Seed Company
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South GA Seed Company
Abe Lincoln Tomato Seeds (Indeterminate)
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The Abe Lincoln tomato is a cherished heirloom variety praised for its robust flavor, impressive size, and historical significance. Named after the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln, this tomato variety was first introduced in 1923 by the Buckbee Seed Company of Rockford, Illinois. The Abe Lincoln tomato plants are known for their vigorous growth and heavy yields, making them a favorite among home gardeners and small-scale farmers alike.
One of the standout features of the Abe Lincoln tomato is its large, round, and slightly flattened fruits, which typically weigh between 8 to 12 ounces. The tomatoes have a rich, deep red color and a wonderfully balanced taste that combines sweetness with a hint of acidity. This makes them incredibly versatile in the kitchen, suitable for fresh salads, sandwiches, sauces, and canning. The thick skin and dense flesh of the Abe Lincoln tomato also contribute to its excellent shelf life and transportability.
Growing Abe Lincoln tomatoes can be a rewarding experience. These plants thrive in full sun and well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.8. They require regular watering and benefit from staking or caging due to their heavy fruit production. Typically, the plants will start producing ripe tomatoes about 80 to 90 days after transplanting. With proper care, gardeners can enjoy a bountiful harvest of these delicious and historically significant tomatoes throughout the growing season.
- QTY: 25
- Seed Planting Depth: 1/4-1/2"
- Germination Temperature: 70-85
- Days to Germination: 6-9
- Row Spacing: 60"
- Plant Spacing: 18-36"
- 100' Row Yield: 75 lb
- Sun: Full
- Harvest time: 80 days
How to Save Seeds
Tomatoes are self pollinating, so separate by 50ft is sufficient. Harvest tomatoes when ripe and you can even let them set for a week or so before saving seeds. Once you are ready to harvest simply cut in half scoop out seeds and pulp into a mason jar of water for fermenting. Then seal jar with a lid and place in and warm place out of direct sunlight. After 5 to 7 days of fermenting pour out seeds floating on top of the water along with mold and then pour rest of the good seeds, on the bottom, over a fine mess strainer to catch them. Dry well in fine mesh or paper towels but turn often so they don't stick to paper.
