Tomato

The Seed Savers Exchange - Reliable producer of stunning 4" round fruits with orange skin. Well-balanced flavor. Plants are typically under 36" tall but benefit from staking. Called the "ultimate love apple" in Amy Goldman's colorful story in The Heirloom Tomato. Introduced to SSE in 1983 by member Dorothy Beiswenger. Given to her by Betty Englert, whose ancestors brought this variety to western Nebraska in the late 1800s and was often given to newlywed family members and friends. Determinate. 85-90 days from transplant. Characteristics:  Organic Orange round fruits grow to 4 inches Plants grow to 36 inches Determinate - Fruit ripens over a 2 week period 85-90 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 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 - Introduced in the 1997 SSE Yearbook by Glenn Drowns. A great black tomato that is virtually blemish-free. Baseball-sized fruits are borne in clusters of up to six fruits, very productive. Excellent full flavor, great for markets. Indeterminate, 80 days from transplant. Characteristics:  Organic Brown-red fruits grow to baseball-size Full flavor and very productive Indeterminate - Fruit ripens throughout the season 80 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

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

The Seed Savers Exchange - a Russian-developed variety with a dedicated following among tomato connoisseurs. Named in honor of Paul Robeson (1898-1976), a famous African-American actor, singer, and civil rights advocate. Dusky brick-red fruits with dark green shoulders and red flesh; 6-12 ounces. Known for its distinctive flavor—smoky and earthy with a perfect acid/sweet balance. Indeterminate, 80-90 days from transplant.  Characteristics:  Organic Dusky brick-red fruits with green shoulders Fruits grow to 6-12 ounces Known for its smoky and earthy flavor with a good acid/sweet balance Indeterminate - Fruit ripens throughout the season 80-90 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

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

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

The Seed Savers Exchange - Italian tomato that is well suited for drying; fruits retain superb color and flavor when dehydrated. Bushy plants need support due to the heavy yields of 1-2 ounce plum-shaped red fruits. Determinate, 70-75 days from transplant.  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. 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"  Support: Cage, stake, or trellis Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Rivals Brandywine is the best-flavored heirloom tomato with a silky texture. High Mowing Organic Seeds - Pruden's is not really purple, but rather a deep pink with slight shoulder ribbing. Fruits are large, often close to 1 lb each, but smaller with a more refined shape than Brandywine and without the hard core. Plants have potato-shaped leaves. Characteristics:  Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated Indeterminate 12-16 oz fruit 72 days  1/10 gram  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

The Seed Savers Exchange - Noted in America as early as 1850 by the David Landreth seed house of Philadelphia. Heavy yields of 1½" pear-shaped fruits that are great for fresh eating. Used as a substitute for figs years ago by gardeners who would pack away crates of dried tomatoes for winter use. Indeterminate, 85 days from transplant. Characteristics:  Organic Fig-shaped fruits grow to 1½ inches Very productive Indeterminate - Fruit ripens throughout the season 85 days from transplant 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 - A natural cross between Tom Wagner’s Green Zebra and an unknown parent. Discovered by Jeff Dawson in his California fields and listed in the 2003 SSE Yearbook. Gorgeous 2½" round fruits are blood-red overlaid with jagged carrot-orange stripes. Top-quality uniform strain, very productive. Slightly tart flavor. Indeterminate, 75-80 days from transplant. ±9,400 seeds/oz.  Characteristics:  Organic Bright red skin with jagged orange stripes Round fruits grow to 2½ inches Slightly tart flavor Very productive Indeterminate - Fruit ripens throughout the season 75-80 days from transplant 25 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 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