Defiant PhR – Organic Tomato Seed

Description

The Defiant PhR Organic Tomato Seed is a premium hybrid variety bred for resilience and flavor, ideal for organic gardeners. Known for its early maturity and resistance to common tomato diseases, including late blight, this tomato offers a high yield of round, smooth, and vibrant red fruit with excellent flavor. Its organic certification ensures that it is free from synthetic chemicals and pesticides, making it an ideal choice for those looking for a healthy, sustainable crop with minimal maintenance.

Product Features

1. Organic Certification: Grown using certified organic methods, ensuring non-GMO and pesticide-free tomatoes.
2. Disease Resistance: Built-in resistance to late blight (PhR), a common tomato disease, allowing for healthier plants and longer harvests.
3. Early Maturity: Reaches maturity in just 70–75 days from transplant, providing an early harvest of ripe, flavorful tomatoes.
4. High Yield: Vigorous plants that produce a high yield of medium to large, round, smooth red tomatoes.
5. Rich Flavor: Deliciously balanced flavor with a perfect mix of sweetness and acidity, ideal for fresh eating, sauces, or canning.
6. Compact Growth: A determinate variety with a compact, bushy growth habit, making it perfect for small spaces or container gardening.

Specifications

• Plant Type: Determinate (bushy)
• Fruit Size: Medium to large, around 6–8 oz (170–225 g)
• Color: Vibrant red with smooth, round skin
• Maturity Period: 70–75 days from transplant
• Plant Height: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)
• Sunlight Requirement: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0–6.8
• Watering Needs: Consistent moisture; avoid waterlogging

Growing Tips

1. Start Indoors or Direct Sow: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or sow directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil temperatures exceed 70°F (21°C).
2. Provide Space: Space plants 12–18 inches apart to allow for optimal growth and air circulation.
3. Fertilize Regularly: Use an organic fertilizer to ensure strong plant growth and abundant fruit production.
4. Water Consistently: Water deeply and consistently, especially during the fruiting and ripening stages, but avoid waterlogging.
5. Harvest When Ripe: Harvest tomatoes when they are fully ripe, exhibiting a rich red color and slight softness when squeezed.

With Defiant PhR Organic Tomato Seeds, you can grow a reliable, high-yielding crop of flavorful, disease-resistant tomatoes. This variety is perfect for organic gardens, small spaces, or anyone looking to grow quality tomatoes with fewer worries about disease. Enjoy delicious, fresh, organic tomatoes all season long!