Days to Germination: 7-14 days
Days To Harvest: 80 days
Planting Depth: 1/4-1 inch
Spacing, Seed: 2-3 inches
Spacing, Plant: 2-3 ft
Spacing, Row: 36 inches
Light: Full Sun

SOWING:  Seed directly in the garden in  full sun  after all danger of frost has passed. Sow  seeds 1/4-1 inch deep . Space  rows approximately 36  inches  apart. Seed may be started indoors 6-8 weeks prior to planting outdoors.

GERMINATION:  7-14 days, depending upon soil and weather conditions.

THINNING & TRANSPLANTING: Once seedlings are 4 inches transplant to
larger pot. Plants need to be at least 10 inches before transplanting outdoors.

SUGGESTIONS: Give the plants at least 1 inch of water per week. Avoid wetting the foliage. Wet leaves are prone to diseases. Enhance the flavor of the tomato with basil, dill, and oregano when cooking. When canning add lemon juice because of it’s low acidity. Do not stake since it is  bush like plant.

TOMATO
Ace 55 VF
Lycopersicon esculentum


(80 days) Meaty, low acid, deep red, 7 oz fruit. A vigorous grower and thick walled. Produces heavy yields. Suited for slicing, cooking, and canning . Disease resistant. Good resistance to Fusarium and Verticulum wilt. Determinate.