Santorange – Tomato Seed

Description

The Marie Ballard Aster Santorange – Tomato Seed is a premium hybrid variety offering an exceptional balance of flavor, yield, and disease resistance. Known for its striking bright orange fruit, the Santorange tomato delivers a sweet, tangy taste perfect for fresh eating, salsas, sauces, and salads. This high-yielding variety is ideal for gardeners looking for a reliable crop with early maturity, excellent vigor, and strong resistance to common tomato diseases, ensuring a successful growing season.

Features & Specifications:

• Type: F1 Hybrid Tomato Seed (Santorange variety)
• Fruit Color: Bright orange, providing a vibrant pop in any garden or dish
• Fruit Size: Medium to large, typically 6-8 oz per tomato
• Flavor Profile: Sweet, tangy, and juicy, with a perfect balance of flavors for fresh eating or cooking
• Plant Habit: Determinate (bushy) growth, producing compact plants that are perfect for smaller spaces and containers
• Maturity Time: Early to mid-season, with harvestable fruit typically 55-70 days after transplanting
• Plant Height: Approximately 3-4 feet tall, ideal for garden beds, containers, or small spaces
• Sun Requirements: Full sun (6-8 hours per day) for optimal fruit production and flavor
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil with a slightly acidic pH of 6.0-6.8
• Watering Needs: Consistent watering to maintain moisture during the growing season, particularly when fruits are developing
• Disease Resistance: Strong resistance to common tomato diseases such as early blight, fusarium wilt, and verticillium wilt, helping ensure a healthy harvest
• Pest Resistance: Tolerant to common tomato pests like aphids and whiteflies
• Yield: High-yielding with an abundant supply of delicious fruit, ideal for fresh eating, sauces, and preserves
• Planting Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep in well-prepared soil for strong germination
• Germination Rate: High germination rate, resulting in vigorous and healthy plants
• Seed Spacing: Space plants 18-24 inches apart to allow adequate air circulation and room for growth
• Uses: Perfect for fresh consumption, salads, sandwiches, salsas, and cooking applications such as sauces and soups
• Harvesting: Harvest when the tomatoes are fully ripened, with a vibrant orange color and a firm yet slightly soft texture
• Storage: Fresh fruit can be stored for up to 1 week at room temperature; can be preserved by canning or freezing for long-term storage
• Climate Adaptability: Thrives in temperate climates with warm weather; adaptable to greenhouse and outdoor growing conditions
• Resilience: Tolerant of both cooler spring conditions and hot summer temperatures, making it an excellent choice for varied climates
• Flavor Profile: Offers a rich, slightly sweet flavor with a smooth texture, ideal for raw consumption or in cooked dishes
• Seed Count: 15-20 seeds per packet, providing a great yield for home gardeners
• Storage Tips: Best when stored in a cool, dry place until planting season for optimal seed viability

Marie Ballard Aster Santorange – Tomato Seed is an outstanding choice for gardeners seeking a reliable, high-yielding, and disease-resistant tomato variety. With its vibrant color, sweet flavor, and early-season harvest, the Santorange is sure to enhance your garden and kitchen with delicious, homegrown tomatoes! Perfect for both beginners and experienced gardeners, this tomato variety is a must-have for those looking to grow their own fresh, flavorful tomatoes.