Grafted Heirloom Organic Tomato Seed

Description

The Marie Ballard Aster Grafted Heirloom Organic Tomato Seed is a premium choice for gardeners looking to grow high-yield, disease-resistant, and flavorful tomatoes. This grafted heirloom variety combines the best of traditional, non-GMO heirloom genetics with the enhanced vigor and resilience of rootstock grafting. The result is a robust tomato plant that produces large, flavorful fruits with excellent disease resistance, ensuring a high-quality harvest. Perfect for organic gardeners, this grafted variety thrives in diverse conditions, offering outstanding productivity and exceptional flavor. Whether you're growing for home use or market, these organic heirloom tomatoes will impress with their taste and abundance.

Features & Specifications:

• Type: Grafted Organic Tomato Seed, Heirloom variety
• Variety: Grafted Heirloom – combines heirloom tomato genetics with grafted rootstock for enhanced plant vigor and disease resistance
• Fruit Color: Varied depending on the specific heirloom variety (red, pink, yellow, or purple)
• Fruit Size: Large, typically 6-12 ounces per tomato, with some heirloom varieties producing even larger fruits
• Taste Profile: Rich, complex flavor with the sweetness and depth typical of heirloom varieties; varies by specific heirloom type
• Maturity Time: Typically 70-90 days from planting, depending on the specific heirloom variety
• Plant Height: Grafted plants typically grow 4-6 feet tall, with strong, sturdy stems that support the weight of large fruits
• Plant Spacing: 24-36 inches apart for optimal growth and airflow
• Soil pH: Prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil, between 6.0 - 7.0
• Watering: Regular, consistent watering to maintain soil moisture, particularly during fruit development
• Growing Conditions: Thrives in full sun, ideal for USDA hardiness zones 4-9
• Disease Resistance: Enhanced resistance to soil-borne diseases like fusarium wilt, verticillium wilt, and root rot, thanks to the grafted rootstock
• Seed Type: Certified Organic, non-GMO, grown without synthetic chemicals or fertilizers
• Seeds per Pack: 50+ high-quality organic grafted heirloom seeds
• Germination Rate: 85-90%
• Container Friendly: Yes, grafted plants are suitable for raised beds, large containers, and garden spaces
• Harvesting: Harvest when tomatoes have reached full color and ripeness, typically 70-90 days from planting
• Uses: Ideal for fresh consumption in salads, sandwiches, or salsas, as well as for canning, preserving, and cooking

The Marie Ballard Aster Grafted Heirloom Organic Tomato Seed is perfect for organic gardeners looking for the best of both worlds: the incredible flavor of heirloom tomatoes with the disease resistance and vigor provided by grafting. These grafted tomatoes will thrive even in challenging growing conditions, ensuring a reliable and bountiful harvest of delicious, high-quality tomatoes. Grow them in your garden to enjoy exceptional flavor, enhanced productivity, and a more resilient plant.