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Rutgers tomato is a legendary heirloom variety celebrated for its rich history, dependable productivity, and exceptional flavor. Originally developed in the 1930s, this classic tomato has remained a favorite among gardeners and culinary enthusiasts for generations thanks to its remarkable balance of beauty, flavor, and garden performance.
The perfectly round deep red fruits are juicy, smooth, and wonderfully flavorful with a balanced harmony of sweetness and acidity. Slice into a ripe Rutgers tomato and enjoy its rich aroma and full-bodied flavor that shines in salads, sandwiches, sauces, canning, and countless fresh garden dishes. Its classic old-fashioned tomato taste continues to make it one of the finest slicing and cooking tomatoes available.
Rutgers tomato plants are vigorous, adaptable, and highly productive with strong vines capable of thriving in a wide range of climates and growing conditions. Their dependable disease resistance and consistent yields make them an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners seeking reliable harvests season after season.
Historic, flavorful, and exceptionally dependable, Rutgers tomato remains one of the most treasured heirloom tomato varieties for gardeners seeking classic tomato flavor and abundant summer harvests.
Rutgers Tomato Seed Details
- Quantity: 25 Seeds
- Plant Type: Heirloom Tomato
- Fruit Color: Deep Red
- Flavor: Sweet, Balanced, Rich Tomato Flavor
- Best Uses: Salads, Sandwiches, Sauces, Canning, Fresh Eating
- Seed Planting Depth: 1/4-1/2 Inch
- Germination Temperature: 70-85°F
- Days to Germination: 6-9 Days
- Row Spacing: 60 Inches
- Plant Spacing: 18-36 Inches
- 100' Row Yield: 75 Pounds
- Sun Requirements: Full Sun
- Harvest Time: Approximately 60-90 Days
- Special Features: Historic Variety, Disease Resistant, Excellent Slicing Tomato
How to Save Seeds
Tomatoes are self-pollinating, so separating varieties by approximately 50 feet is generally sufficient for maintaining seed purity.
Harvest tomatoes when fully ripe and allow them to sit for several days if desired before seed processing.
Cut fruits in half and scoop the seeds and pulp into a mason jar with a small amount of water for fermentation. Seal loosely and place the jar in a warm location away from direct sunlight.
After 5 to 7 days, remove floating seeds and mold from the top. Pour the remaining healthy seeds through a fine mesh strainer and dry thoroughly on screens or paper towels, turning seeds regularly to prevent sticking.
