Tomato Seeds - Indeterminate - Rutgers Tomato Slicing
Description
The Rutgers Tomato is a determinate, time-honored classic known for its dependable yields, balanced flavor, and versatility. Maturing in about 74–80 days, this variety produces medium-sized 6–8 ounce bright red fruits with firm, uniform flesh and a perfect blend of sweetness and acidity.
Developed in the 1930s through a collaboration between Rutgers University and Campbell Soup Company, the Rutgers quickly became a standard for canning and fresh-market use. Its fruits are thick-walled, juicy, and meaty—excellent for slicing, cooking, and preserving—making it a true dual-purpose tomato for home gardeners and small farms alike.
Plants are compact yet productive, growing 4–5 feet tall, making them well-suited to both garden beds and containers. They thrive in full sun and rich, well-drained soil, benefiting from consistent watering to maintain steady fruit development.
A cornerstone of American tomato breeding, the Rutgers Tomato continues to earn its place in gardens for its reliability, rich old-fashioned flavor, and high yields—proof that a well-bred heirloom never goes out of style.
Original: $2.00
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Description
Description
The Rutgers Tomato is a determinate, time-honored classic known for its dependable yields, balanced flavor, and versatility. Maturing in about 74–80 days, this variety produces medium-sized 6–8 ounce bright red fruits with firm, uniform flesh and a perfect blend of sweetness and acidity.
Developed in the 1930s through a collaboration between Rutgers University and Campbell Soup Company, the Rutgers quickly became a standard for canning and fresh-market use. Its fruits are thick-walled, juicy, and meaty—excellent for slicing, cooking, and preserving—making it a true dual-purpose tomato for home gardeners and small farms alike.
Plants are compact yet productive, growing 4–5 feet tall, making them well-suited to both garden beds and containers. They thrive in full sun and rich, well-drained soil, benefiting from consistent watering to maintain steady fruit development.
A cornerstone of American tomato breeding, the Rutgers Tomato continues to earn its place in gardens for its reliability, rich old-fashioned flavor, and high yields—proof that a well-bred heirloom never goes out of style.
