Starfire Improved Tomato
Starfire Improved Tomato
Starfire Improved Tomato
Starfire Improved Tomato

Starfire Improved Tomato

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Latin solanum lycopersicum

The Starfire Improved variety produces a delicious early beefsteak style of tomato. This early variety of tomato is an old Canadian heirloom type that was developed at the Morden Research station in 1963. It was bred by Dr. Charles Walkoff to excel in the Canadian north. Starfire Improved is a determinate variety that will grow to a average height of 12"-18" and approximately 24" wide. Fruit averages 7oz and grows on sturdy branches near the interior of the plant. Flavour profile of the fruit is very good and it has a moderate acid content making it an excellent choice for sauces, canning and eating fresh. Determinate, heirloom variety. 

Growing tomatoes from seed is very easy. They are great for advanced growers and beginners alike. In most Canadian zones it is best to start tomatoes indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Using bottom heat will improve and speed up germination rates. Tomato seedlings are easy to transplant and mature plants are very easy to maintain. Matures in 70 days.

10+ Seeds Per Pack

Full Sun

Days to Sprout- 7-14 days

Seed Depth- 1/4

Seed Spacing- 1"

Plant Spacing- 24 - 36"

Row Spacing- 36"

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