Days to Germination: 7-14 days
Optimum Soil Temp. for Germination: 70F
Days To Harvest: 60 to 75 days
Planting Depth: 1/8 inch
Spacing, Seed: 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 1/8 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.

HARVEST: When tomatoes are firm and slightly red. Store at 45-60F  for 4-7 days.

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. Do not stake since it is a bush like plant.

TOMATO
Oregon Spring
Lycopersicon esculentum

60 to 75 days. A flavorful and large tomato. The compact determinate vine produces 4-inch, MOSTLY SEEDLESS tomatoes. Produces high yields. Plants are cool weather resistant and produce fruit in the hot summer heat when nights are hot. Use fresh in salads or cooking. Does not need staking. Harvest in 65 to 75 days.