Homestead Tomato Seeds (Determinate)
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Homestead Tomato Seeds (Determinate)
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The Homestead 24 tomato is a robust and productive variety, perfect for gardeners looking to cultivate a reliable crop in their homestead gardens. This tomato belongs to the Solanaceae family. The Homestead 24 variety is particularly noted for its heat tolerance; it thrives in warm climates where other tomato varieties may struggle.
This determinate tomato plant produces medium sized fruits that are ideal for slicing; the fruits typically weigh around 8 ounces each and boast a rich, red color with a classic tomato flavor. The Homestead 24 is often praised for its versatility in the kitchen; it can be used in fresh salads, sandwiches, sauces, and even for canning purposes. This makes it a valuable addition to any homestead garden, providing a steady supply of delicious and nutritious tomatoes throughout the growing season.
Growing Homestead 24 tomatoes is relatively straightforward; they require full sun exposure and well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Planting should be done after the last frost date in your area, spacing the plants about 24 to 36 inches apart to allow for adequate air circulation. Regular watering is essential, especially during dry spells; mulching around the base of the plants can help retain soil moisture and prevent weed growth. With proper care, these plants will reward gardeners with a bountiful harvest, typically maturing in about 80 days from transplanting.
- QTY: 25
- Seed Planting Depth: 1/4"
- Germination Temperature: 75-85
- Days to Germination: 7-10
- Row Spacing: 24"
- Plant Spacing: 12-18"
- 100' Row Yield: 40 lb
- Sun: Full
- Harvest time: 73 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.