Rutgers VF Tomato, Standard (Slicing) Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum)
J.T.D. (an old New Jersey variety from the Campbell Soup Co.) and Marglobe were crossed to create the legendary Jersey tomato, which was introduced in 1934. Its flavour is unrivalled for both slicing and cooking. The red fruits have a slight flattening. Fusarium resistance, tall vines Its flavour is unrivalled for both slicing and cooking.
Botanical name : Lycopersicon esculentum
Common name : Rutgers VF Tomato, Standard (Slicing) Tomato
Size at maturity : 2"-3"
Days to maturity : 75-85
Light requirement : Full sun
Planting time : Spring / Summer
Sowing method : Direct sow
Planting depth : 1/2"
Plant spacing : 24"
Ships : Year-round
Average seed per ounce : Approx. 10,000