Description
Manitoba Tomato Seeds 2372. Heirloom Vegetable.
Approx. 30 seeds/pkt (350 seeds/gram)
The Manitoba Tomato is a reliable variety specifically Canadian bred for our shorter growing seasons. Maturing in just 65 days, it delivers an early and substantial harvest of bright red, smooth-skinned tomatoes, averaging 150 g in size. The firm, meaty flesh makes these tomatoes exceptionally versatile—they are ideal for canning, sauces, or slicing fresh into salads. A dependable, productive determinate variety perfect for northern gardens.
Quick Seed Details
-
Type: Determinate (Bush) Tomato
-
Fruit: Bright red, smooth skin, 150 g size
-
Features: Canadian bred for short seasons; very early maturity (65 days); excellent for canning and fresh eating.
Nutritional Information
Tomatoes are a cornerstone of healthy eating. They are an outstanding source of Vitamin C and Vitamin A, and are renowned for their high concentration of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant especially beneficial when tomatoes are cooked (as in canning or sauce-making).
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
As a determinate variety, the Manitoba Tomato grows into a compact, bushy plant that sets the majority of its crop at one time.
-
Sow Indoors: Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last expected frost date. Plant in sterile, high-quality seed-starting mix.
-
Germination: Seed typically germinates in 7 to 14 days.
-
Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors to a location with Full Sun and rich, well-drained soil only after all danger of frost has passed and night temperatures are warm.
- Sow Outdoors: In longer season climates, sow directly outdoors late May and early June.
-
Planting Depth: 6 mm
- Seed Spacing: 30 cm
-
Thin to: 45 cm
-
Row Width: 60 cm
Plants benefit from caging or short staking to keep the heavy fruit off the ground. Keep the soil consistently moist for best production. Expected Height: 60 cm to 90 cm.
Why Manitoba Tomato Seeds belong in Your Garden
If you garden in a region with cool nights or short summers, the Manitoba Tomato is your dependable solution. Its early maturity and large, uniform fruit ensure you get a full harvest before the autumn chill arrives. Choose this hardy, Canadian-bred variety for great canning yields and superb, meaty slices for your summer salads.
