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Tomato Seeds - Homestead

Floradade's cousin with a high acidity

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Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Hydroponic Friendly
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Fragrant
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Lycopersicon esculentum

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

SEED TYPE

  • Open Pollinated Seed

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 60 to 90 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Branching
  • Spreading
  • Upright

PLANT TYPE

  • Semi-Determinate

COLOR

  • Red

A cousin of the "Floradade", the Homestead Tomato is another variety that is particularly well suited to warm and humid environments. However, the Homestead is also very successfully grown by home vegetable gardeners and commercial growers throughout more temperate regions of the United States. Plant Homestead Tomato seeds and enjoy a delicious and bountiful feast.

  • • Semi-Determinate, Open-Pollinated, Cousin of "Floradade"
  • • Higher Yields; Well Suited for Warm and Humid Environments
  • • Prefers full sun exposure

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Warm Season

SOWING METHOD

  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/4-1/2 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 18 to 36 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count
Packet 161
1 Ounce 11,400

Planting Guide

View our Tomato Planting Guide to learn more.

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    Tomato Seeds - Homestead FAQs

    Is Homestead Tomato resistant to animals or disease?

    Homestead Tomato shows resistance to Alternaria Stem Canker and Fusarium Wilt, meaning it's less susceptible to these under normal growing conditions — though resistant isn't a guarantee against them in every case.

    How big will Homestead Tomato get?

    Homestead Tomato grows to 12 to 14 ounces.

    What is the flavor profile of Homestead Tomato?

    Homestead Tomato has a flavor profile described as rich, sweet, low acidity, slightly earthy, hint of spice, and meaty texture.

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