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Tomato 'Early Detroit' Seeds (Certified Organic)

With its rich heritage and versatility, the Early Detroit Tomato is a must-grow for anyone who appreciates old-time heirlooms with exceptional taste and performance.

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$3.50
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The Early Detroit Tomato is a classic, medium-sized, pink-slicing tomato with a rich history and outstanding flavor. Originally bred by Mr. Rosendahl of Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, and released by the D.M. Ferry Seed Company of Detroit, Michigan, in 1909, this variety was a staple in the Detroit area through the mid-20th century. Thanks to dedicated efforts, this heirloom variety has been brought back to Michigan gardens and beyond.

The fruits are globe-shaped, weighing 2 to 4 ounces, and are a beautifully bright pink. They are firm yet juicy, with a sweet, bold flavor that is not overly acidic. This balance makes the Early Detroit an excellent choice for a variety of culinary uses. Perfect for slicing onto sandwiches or tossing into salads, the tomatoes also hold up well when cooked or canned.

Vigorous plants with good disease and crack resistance produce reliably throughout the season, making this variety as practical as it is flavorful. With its rich heritage and versatility, the Early Detroit Tomato is a must-grow for anyone who appreciates old-time heirlooms with exceptional taste and performance.

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 Canning, Fresh, salad, Fresh, slicing
Fruit Color Pink
Fruit Size Medium (under one pound)
Seeds Per Pack 25