Homestead Tomato, Standard (Slicing) Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum)
Semi-determinate. This wilt-resistant and productive tomato was developed in the 1950s for growers in Florida and the southern states. This used to be a very popular shipping option. The flesh is firm and tasty.
Botanical name : Lycopersicon esculentum
Common name : Homestead Tomato, Standard (Slicing) Tomato
Size at maturity : 2"-4"
Days to maturity : 80-85
Light requirement : Full sun
Planting time : Spring / Summer
Sowing method : Direct sow
Planting depth : 1/2"
Plant spacing : 36"
Ships : Year-round
Average seed per ounce : Approx. 10,000