German Red Strawberry Tomato is a treasured oxheart beefsteak variety celebrated for its extraordinary sweetness, rich old-fashioned tomato flavor, and striking heart-shaped fruits. A member of the Solanaceae family, this indeterminate variety traces its origins to Bavaria, Germany, where it has been preserved for generations. Its large pinkish-red fruits, meaty flesh, and few seeds make it one of the finest heirloom tomatoes available for home gardens.
The impressive fruits commonly weigh between 10 and 16 ounces and feature dense, nearly seedless flesh with a remarkably sweet, rich flavor. German Red Strawberry Tomatoes are excellent for slicing, sandwiches, fresh salads, homemade sauces, salsa, and canning. Their low acidity and exceptional texture make them a favorite among gardeners who appreciate gourmet-quality heirloom tomatoes.
This warm-season crop thrives in fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter and performs best in full sun. As an indeterminate variety, plants continue growing and producing fruit throughout the season and benefit greatly from staking or caging for support. Consistent watering, proper spacing, and regular fertilization encourage vigorous growth, improve air circulation, and maximize fruit production.
Beautiful, productive, and exceptionally flavorful, German Red Strawberry Tomato remains one of the finest heirloom beefsteak varieties for gardeners seeking large harvests, gourmet flavor, and an unforgettable addition to the summer garden.
German Red Strawberry Tomato Seed Details
- Quantity: 25 Seeds
- Plant Type: Heirloom Indeterminate Beefsteak Tomato
- Family: Solanaceae
- Fruit Appearance: Large Heart-Shaped Pinkish-Red Fruits
- Fruit Weight: 10-16 Ounces
- Flavor: Exceptionally Sweet, Rich, and Low Acid
- Best Uses: Slicing, Sandwiches, Salads, Sauces, Salsa, Canning
- Seed Planting Depth: 1/4 Inch
- Germination Temperature: 75-85°F
- Days to Germination: 7-10 Days
- Row Spacing: 36 Inches
- Plant Spacing: 24 Inches
- 100' Row Yield: 150 Pounds
- Sun Requirements: Full Sun
- Harvest Time: Approximately 80-85 Days
- Special Features: Large Heart-Shaped Fruits, Indeterminate Growth, Few Seeds, Excellent Flavor, German Heirloom
How to Save Seeds
Tomatoes are primarily self-pollinating, making seed saving relatively simple. Although natural crossing is uncommon, separating different tomato varieties by approximately 50 feet helps maintain varietal purity.
Select healthy, disease-free plants that produce the finest fruits. Allow tomatoes intended for seed saving to fully ripen on the vine until they reach peak maturity before harvesting.
Cut the ripe tomatoes in half and squeeze the seeds and surrounding gel into a glass jar. Add a small amount of water and allow the mixture to ferment for 3 to 5 days. During fermentation, viable seeds will settle to the bottom while pulp and nonviable seeds float to the surface.
Rinse the seeds thoroughly using a fine mesh strainer and spread them onto a paper plate, coffee filter, or screen to dry completely. Stir occasionally during drying to prevent clumping. Once fully dry, store the seeds in a cool, dark, and dry location for future planting.
