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The Sarah Schwartz Tomato is a juicy, purple beefsteak known for its exceptional flavor and vibrant color. This variety grows on large, vigorous plants that provide an abundant harvest throughout the summer months. With its rich, sweet flavor and succulent texture, Sarah Schwartz is ideal for slicing onto sandwiches, salads, or enjoying fresh right off the vine.
Its large, sturdy plants reliably produce generous yields of these richly colored fruits, making them a great choice for both seasoned gardeners and beginners seeking a flavorful heirloom tomato. Perfect for slicing, its robust, classic beefsteak taste shines in garden-fresh dishes, sandwiches, or simply eaten right out of the garden!
Michigan Seeds and Plants grown on our farm, Renegade Acres, in Howell, MI!
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.
Additional Info
| Botanical Name | Lycopersicon lycopersicum |
|---|---|
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate | 5 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate | 10 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds | 1/4 in. |
| When to Sow | Indoors 6-8 weeks before last spring frost |
| Growing Height | 4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m) |
| Plant Spacing | 24-36 in. (60-90 cm) |
| Hardiness | N/A |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Danger | Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested |
| Growth Habit | Indeterminate |
| Soil pH Requirements | 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral), 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline) |
| Days to Harvest | 70-80 |
| Propagation Methods | From herbaceous stem cuttings, From seed; germinate in a damp paper towel, From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting | Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds, Ferment seeds before storing |
| Open Pollinated (OP) | Yes |
| Usage | Fresh, salad, Fresh, slicing |
| Fruit Color | Pink, Purple |
| Fruit Size | Medium (under one pound) |
| Seeds Per Pack | 25 |
