Description
Old German Tomato Seeds 2400. Heirloom Vegetable.
Approximately 30 seeds per packet (350 seeds per gram)
Discover the rich, authentic flavour of the past with the Old German Tomato. This Mennonite heirloom produces large, stunning fruits that deliver a deliciously sweet, juicy taste—it’s the true “nostalgic” tomato taste gardeners crave! The gorgeous, massive fruits are golden yellow with striking red and pink inclusions, often weighing up to 900 g. This indeterminate variety grows to a height of 60 cm to 80 cm. We highly suggest trying this variety—you may just find a new favourite for years to come.
Quick Seed Details
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Type: Indeterminate Heirloom Slicing Tomato
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Fruit: Massive, golden yellow with red/pink inclusions, up to 900 g
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Features: Deliciously sweet, nostalgic tomato taste; beautiful multi-coloured fruit; excellent for slicing; Mennonite heirloom.
Nutritional Information
As a massive, multi-coloured fruit, the Old German Tomato provides a wide array of antioxidants and essential vitamins. It is a good source of Vitamin C and Vitamin A. The combination of yellow, red, and pink pigments means you benefit from different forms of carotenoids, making this striking heirloom as healthy as it is beautiful.
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
This indeterminate variety requires sturdy support for its heavy, continuous yield and massive fruit size.
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Sow Indoors: Start seeds indoors about 6 to 8 weeks before the last spring frost date. Use a peat moss-based growing mix.
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Germination: The temperature of the seeding mix should be 21°C to 24°C for prompt germination, which occurs in 10 to 14 days.
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Seedling Care: When the seedlings are 4 cm high, transplant each into individual pots, reducing the temperature to 15°C to 18°C until planting outside.
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Transplanting: After hardening off, transplant into well-drained organic soil in late May. Space the indeterminate plants 90 cm apart.
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Culture: Tomatoes need warmth, direct sunlight, and a steady supply of water. Staking is required to support the large, heavy fruit. Keep plants well-watered, applying the water to the soil rather than showering down over the plants.
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Soil Management: It is very important to keep plants evenly watered as fluctuations in available soil moisture can lead to problems such as fruit cracking or splitting and blossom end rot. Apply a mulch of straw around plants to protect them from soil-borne diseases and help conserve soil moisture. Rotate the crop position in the garden every year; wait three years to use the same patch. Dig out and discard diseased plants; do not compost.
Why Old German Tomato Seeds belong in Your Garden
If you want to grow a massive, stunningly beautiful tomato that truly tastes like an heirloom, the Old German is an outstanding choice. Its delicious sweetness and unique colours make every slice a gourmet experience and a wonderful conversation starter.
