Cherokee Purple Tomato - 50 Seeds - Purple Tomato Variety, Non-GMO Heirloom Cherokee Tomato Seeds for Planting in The Home Garden, Thresh Seed Company

Cherokee Purple Tomato - 50 Seeds - Purple Tomato Variety, Non-GMO Heirloom Cherokee Tomato Seeds for Planting in The Home Garden, Thresh Seed Company

Many gardeners would identify Cherokee Purple as the gateway heirloom leading them into their heirloom gardening addiction and it's easy to understand why. These beautiful, uniquely colored, bursting-with-flavor tomatoes bring to attention the striking lack of diversity and absence of flavor that is our current selection of grocery store tomatoes Easy-to-grow, vigorous plants produce an abundance of deep purple tomatoes weighing up to one pound each. Juicy interiors are filled with an exceptional flavor that is full and complex with a sweet aftertaste. Indeterminate heirloom variety rumored to have originated from the Cherokee tribe. 80 days from transplant. USA-grown, GMO-free, chemical-free seeds; Regularly tested to ensure at least 85% germination Durable packet protects seeds from light and moisture, extending the survival of the seeds by years; A great choice for preparedness seed vaults; Resealable zipper tops make for convenient storage and planting Many gardeners would identify Cherokee Purple as the gateway heirloom leading them into their heirloom gardening addiction and it's easy to understand why. These beautiful, uniquely colored, bursting-with-flavor tomatoes bring to attention the striking lack of diversity and absence of flavor that is our current selection of grocery store tomatoes. Easy-to-grow, vigorous plants produce an abundance of deep purple tomatoes weighing up to one pound each. Juicy interiors are filled with an exceptional flavor that is full and complex with a sweet aftertaste. Indeterminate heirloom variety rumored to have originated from the Cherokee tribe. 80 days from transplant. 50 seeds per packet. GROWING TOMATOES FROM SEED: CULTURE: Tomatoes perform best in well-drained soil that contains plenty of organic matter and adequate phosphorous and calcium. Ensure that the planting site receives at least 6 hours of daily sunlight. Tomatoes require about two inches of water per week, otherwise fruit may become prone to developing blossom end rot. Mulching plants with poly, paper, or natural materials will ensure consistent moisture throughout the root zone, especially during dry periods. SOWING: For earliest harvest, start seeds indoors 6 weeks before the last frost. Sow seeds 1/4" deep in well-moistened, sterile seed-starting mix. The ideal temperature for tomato seed germination is 80 degrees. For best results, place a growers heat mat beneath trays until germination has occurred. Under ideal conditions, germination should occur in 7-10 days. Water only as needed, as watering cools the soil and encourages fungal growth. TRANSPLANTING: After danger of frost has passed, set transplants 30-36" apart in rows 48-60" apart. Ensure that plants receive 2" of water per week. Caging or staking plants is recommended.