Tomato

No matter how hot it gets, this Glitner Family Heirloom will keep on producing. Old-time sweet/tart tomato taste. 4-7 oz., dark red, smooth, round fruits with few seeds. The 5-6 ft. tall plants produce even in long hot summers. Good yields and flavor make this a keeper. Heat Tolerant  Organic & Open-Pollinated Indeterminate 16 oz fruit 80 Days 40-50 Seeds per Packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost Germination 7-14 days Plant apart 24-36"  Plants need trellising or staking Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - The delicious, dark-orange flesh of this large beefsteak tomato has a great balance of sweetness and acidity. Juicy fruits mature mid-season, weigh half to full pound, and measure 3-4.5" wide. Tall, indeterminate plants grow 5-6' tall and bear fruit singly or in a cluster of 1-3. Betty Moore of Stow, Ohio, has stewarded this variety since 1983 when she received it from her mother, Oma Rachel Lively Miller, who was given the variety from a relative circa 1937 when she married. 75-80 days from transplant. Organic.  Characteristics:  Organic Dark orange fruits weigh from 1/2 to 1 lb Well-balanced acidity and sweetness Indeterminate - Fruit ripens throughout the season New for 2021 25 seeds in packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun.  Sow indoors 6 weeks before the last frost Germination 7-14 days Plant Outdoors: 24-36” Apart Support: Cage, stake, or trellis Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - This dark-pink beefsteak tomato boasts a great, moderately sweet flavor. Borne singly or in pairs, fruits mature mid-season, have medium acidity and very thin skin, weigh from a half to full pound, and measure 3-5" wide. Tall, leafy, indeterminate plants grow 5-6' tall. Betty Moore of Stow, Ohio, has stewarded this variety since 1983, when she received it from her mother, Oma Rachel Lively Miller, who bought it at a greenhouse in Fredericktown, Ohio, in 1943. 80 days from transplant. Organic. Characteristics:  Organic Dark pink fruits weigh from 1/2 to 1 lb Indeterminate - Fruit ripens throughout the season Medium acidity and thin skins New for 2021 25 seeds in packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun.  Sow indoors 6 weeks before the last frost Germination 7-14 days Plant Outdoors: 24-36” Apart Support: Cage, stake, or trellis Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Introduced into the 1991 SSE Yearbook by Carolyn Male. It was given to her by co-worker Carl Swidorski, who said the seed originated in Poland circa 1900. Phenomenal set of 3" by 6" red paste tomatoes on vigorous wispy vines. Excellent flavor and very few seeds make this a perfect processing tomato. Fruits hold well on the vine. Indeterminate, 85 days from transplant.  Characteristics:  Organic Red fruits grow to 3 inches by 6 inches Excellent flavor and few seeds Perfect processing tomato Fruits hold well on the vine Indeterminate - Fruit ripens throughout the season 85 days from transplant 25 seeds in packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun.  Sow indoors 6 weeks before the last frost Germination 7-14 days Plant Outdoors: 24-36” Apart Support: Cage, stake, or trellis Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Oxheart   In the early part of the 20th century (~1925), a tomato mutated and had this distinctive shape what has become known as an oxheart. Heavy yielding vines produce extra large, pink tomatoes weighing 1-2 lbs. Firm, meaty flesh with few seeds and mild flavor. Heat Tolerant  Organic & Open-Pollinated Indeterminate 1-2 lb fruit 88 Days 40-50 Seeds per Packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost Germination 7-14 days Plant apart 24-36"  Plants need trellising or staking Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Southern Exposure Ozark Pink VF - 65 days. Introduced 1991 by SESE. Developed by the U. of Arkansas. Adapted for growing on stakes for vine-ripe harvest in home gardens and for farmer's markets. 5 ft. plants bear 7 oz flattened-globe fruits with few defects, and uniform-ripening shoulders. Developed from a complex pedigree involving 'Bradley', 'Arkansas Traveler 76', 'Heinz 1439', and 'Campbell 1327', the pink fruits have excellent eating quality and good shelf life. Unlike many other varieties, flavor is not greatly affected by early harvest in the post-breaker (pale pink) stage. Very productive all season. Recommended for hot, humid, disease-prone areas. Organic & Open-Pollinated Indeterminate Hot and Humid Areas 65 Days 40-50 Seeds per Packet, .16g Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost Germination 7-14 days Plant apart 24-36"  Plants need trellising or staking Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

High Mowing Organic Seeds - Prolific red cherries with delicious flavor! A de-hybridized selection of Sweet 100, known for its incredible flavor and resistance to cracking. Produces impressive numbers of uniform bright crimson 1" tomatoes. Very high in Vitamin C and amino acids. Bred by Peace Seeds. Characteristics:  Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated  Indeterminate  Resists cracking  .5-1 oz  Instructions - Tomatoes yield best in clay or loam soils that are well-drained and high in organic matter. They can tolerate acid soil as low as 5.5, but they prefer to grow in the 6.0-6.8 range. Using calcitic lime or gypsum can help to maintain a base saturation for calcium of 65-80 percent. Use a high phosphorus fertilizer for transplants. Days to maturity are from transplants. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before the planting date. The optimal soil temperature for germination is 75-85°F; seeds in colder situations will germinate very slowly. Do not start too early; transplants will suffer if allowed to become root-bound and leggy. Harden off transplants by reducing water and nitrogen fertilizer. Transplant outdoors after danger of frost has passed.  Plant 1/8-1/4" deep  Plant Spacing:  for determinate varieties 12-18", for indeterminate 24-36". Row Spacing:  4-6’ centers. Greenhouse Tomatoes- maintain 4 square ft/plant.  Harvest & Storage: Harvest tomatoes fully ripe for the best flavor. Tomatoes can also be harvested green or at first blush and ripened off the vine at temperatures above 70°F. Store between 55° - 70°F at 95% relative humidity. Storing below 50°F can result in chilling damage.    Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

  The Seed Savers Exchange - Introduced in 1897 as “Sutton’s Peachblow” by Sutton and Sons Seed Growers and Merchants of Reading, England. Named after a style of Victorian-era glassware known for its peach skin appearance. Round six-ounce fruits with slightly fuzzy ‘tomato pink’ skin. Refreshing sweet flavor and low acidity. Indeterminate, 80 days from transplant. Characteristics:  Organic Slightly fuzzy, tomato-pink skin Round fruits grow to 6 ounces Refreshing sweet flavor and low acidity Indeterminate - Fruit ripens throughout the season 80 days from transplant 25 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost Germination 7-14 days Plant apart 24-36"  Plants need trellising or staking Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - Persimmon Tomato 88 days. Bicolored beefsteaks up to 2 lbs, great color and flavor. Yellow and red inside and out; color is mostly yellow with a red blush and red core on the blossom end. Ripens uniformly, keeps well for a beefsteak. Heat Tolerant  Organic & Open-Pollinated Indeterminate Amazingly large tomatoes 88 Days .16grams or ~40-50 Seeds per Packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost Germination 7-14 days Plant apart 24-36"  Plants need trellising or staking Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Gorgeous wine-colored fruits with metallic green striping on vigorous vines. High Mowing Organic Seeds - Strong plants loaded with rich, sweet juicy fruits perfect for slicing in salads or as an hors d'oeuvre with basil and mozzarella. Deep pink skin is stunning with contrasting olive stripes and luscious deep red flesh. An irresistible treat for chefs and farmers' markets! From the Wild Boar series; bred by farmer/breeder Brad Gates. Offers great performance in the challenging climates of northern CA. Characteristics:  Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated Indeterminate 2-4 oz 75 days  10 seeds  Instructions - Tomatoes are warm-season tender annuals. Tomatoes yield best in clay or loam soils that are well-drained and high in organic matter. They can tolerate acid soil as low as 5.5, but they prefer to grow in the 6.0-6.8 range. Days to maturity are from transplants. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before the planting date.  Planting depth: 1/8-1/4"  Plant spacing:  for determinate varieties 12-18", for indeterminate 24-36" Row Spacing:  4-6’ centers"  Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

High Mowing Seeds - Pink Champagne Tomato from High Mowing Gorgeous deep pink fruit on manageable plants with big tomato flavor. Plants are productive and less vining than other cherries, making for efficient harvest and management. Packs the flavor of a large tomato in a small size. Fruit is especially attractive when the strongly attached calyx is left on, a true standout on a market table due to its specialty appeal. Indeterminate Full flavored .7 oz sized fruits  Open-Pollinated 10 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost Germination 7-14 days Plant apart 24-36"  Plants need trellising or staking Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Renee's Garden - Prairie Fire offers delicious, barrel-shaped little 3 inch fruits that ripen up deep orange-red with pretty golden stripes. Plants are covered with fruits early, and you’ll really look forward to picking them off the vines because popping these sweet treats in your mouth is like eating candy from the garden! Semi-determinate Prairie Fire vines grow to just 3 feet tall and are perfect to grow in containers for summer enjoyment on your patio, deck or in any sunny location. Characteristics:  Organic Golden-orange color  Container friendly Instructions - In early spring, start indoors about 6 to 8 weeks before outdoor night temperatures are reliably 50-55°F. Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep and 1 inch apart in a container of seed starting mix. Keep moist but not soggy, and very warm, 80°F. Provide a strong light source until seedlings are ready to plant outside. When seedlings are 2 inches tall, transplant them into individual 4-inch pots. Maintain at 70°F. Feed with half-strength fertilizer every 2 weeks until ready to plant. When nights reach 55°F, gradually acclimate to outdoor conditions. Plant these vigorous indeterminate climbers 3 feet apart into rich soil in full sun. Prepare the soil well with aged manure or compost. Plant several inches deeper than seedlings were growing in containers. Provide strong stakes or tall wire cages at planting time. Mulch to provide even moisture retention; don't overwater once fruit begins to ripen. For the best flavor, pick fully ripe and don’t store in the refrigerator.   Sow seeds indoors from February-March  7-14 days to germinate  Transplant outdoors in full sun from May-June  Mature height: 5-7 feet  80 days to harvest  Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability. 

If you are looking for a determiniate tomato that is flavorful and verstaile, Principe Borghese Tomato is a good candidate. It has smaller compact plants that will need staking becasue of the vast amount of 1-2 ounce plum tomatoes it will produce. We source this from various places and try to show whats available as we strive for organic when available.  Characteristics:  Fruits grow to 1-2 ounces Red, plum-shaped fruits Well suited for drying Fruit ripens over a 2 week period Bushy plants need support due to the heavy yields Determinate - Fruit ripens over a 2 week period 70-75 days from transplant Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep 4-6 weeks before the last frost. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun. Sow indoors 6 weeks before the last frost Germination 7-14 days Plant apart 24-36" Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Red Mortgage Lifter - This tomato is an improved tomato of Radiator Charlie’s Mortgage Lifter. The fruits ripen mostly red versus pink to red, more disease resistant, but not quite as large as the original Mortgage Lifter. These fruits top out around 12-14 ounces. It is highly productive and bears until frost.  Organic & Open-Pollinated Indeterminate 12-14 oz fruit 83 Days 40-50 Seeds per Packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost Germination 7-14 days Plant apart 24-36"  Plants need trellising or staking Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability