Ace 55 - Tomato Seeds - Organic

HEIRLOOM, ORGANIC.

Ace 55 tomato seeds are a 1950s heirloom variety, renowned for its excellent, fresh tomato flavor. This determinate variety is a canning favorite due to its large yields and majority of fruits ripening within a 1-2 week period. It is also crack-resistant, disease-resistant and not overly tall, making it perfect for containers. Resistant to verticillium wilt, fusarium wilt, and alternaria stem canker.

GROWING TIPS

Start seed indoors 5-7 weeks before last frost. Provide plants with plenty of light to avoid tall, spindly tomato transplants. A sunny south-facing window or grow lights will be sufficient. A heat mat helps to speed up the germination process. Optimum soil temperature for seed germination is 65-85 degrees. A few weeks before transplanting time, harden off plants by exposing them to an increasing number of hours outdoors each day. Delay transplanting until your soil has thoroughly warmed up in the spring; usually about 2 weeks after the your average last frost date. Set transplants in the ground and cover stem so that only 2-3 sets true leaves are exposed, resulting in a stronger root system.

SEED FACTS

Scientific Name: Solanum lycopersicum
Days to Maturity: 75-85
Seed Depth: 1/4-1/2"
Days to Sprout: 6-12
Plant Spacing: 15-24"
Row Spacing: 3-4'
Light Requirements: Sunny
Plant Height: 36"
Life Cycle: Annual
Frost Tolerance: Tender