Northern Wildflowers Tomato German Johnson Pkg.

Approximately 20-25 seeds per package, 1 plant covers 2 square feet

Indeterminate. Pink, juicy, beefsteak-type fruits are prolific on this workhorse variety in Northern climates.  Fruits ripen earlier, are more uniform and crack less than similar Heirloom varieties. These are vigorous plants that keep pumping out juicy tomatoes. Indeterminate tomato varieties must be pruned, and trellised; for the ideal plant health and maximum fruit production. They benefit from starting indoors. Seed from a small organic farm in Ontario. Germinates best in warm soil at 24-29°C with moderate moisture.

Height: 5 feet tall
Sunlight: Full Sun
Days to Maturity: 80-85

Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Sow 1/4" deep. At first true leaf, pot-up to 4" pots. Grow at a constant 16–21°C. Harden off before transplanting into the soil. Plant deeply to encourage strong rooting. Water seedlings with a high-phosphate fertilizer solution at planting to help boost early yields.

Plant Spacing: 2-3’ apart; Row Spacing: 4-6’ apart.

Companion Plants: Basil, Borage, Carrots