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Rutgers VF Tomato Seeds - Heirloom - Great Taste - Disease Resistant - ON SALE

Rutgers VF Tomato Seeds - Heirloom - Great Taste - Disease Resistant - ON SALE

Regular price $ 1.25 USD
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Rutgers VF Tomato Seeds - A Classic Heirloom with Superior Flavor & Disease Resistance

Experience the rich, old-time tomato taste with Rutgers VF Tomato Seeds, a beloved heirloom variety cherished for its bright red, 8-10 oz. round fruits. This open-pollinated gem matures in just 75 days, delivering a bountiful harvest of juicy, flavorful tomatoes perfect for fresh eating, sauces, and canning.

Why Choose Rutgers VF Tomato Seeds?

Unmatched Flavor: Savor the authentic, tangy-sweet taste of a true heirloom tomato, once the backbone of 70% of processed tomatoes in the U.S.

Disease-Resistant: The "VF" in Rutgers VF Tomato Seeds stands for improved resistance to Verticillium and Fusarium wilt, ensuring healthier plants and higher yields.

Determinate Growth: Compact 4-5’ plants are ideal for gardens and containers, producing a concentrated harvest perfect for preserving.

Rich History & Reliable Performance

Developed in 1928 by Campbell Soup Co. and refined by Rutgers University in 1943, this New Jersey heirloom combines tradition with modern disease resistance. Each packet contains 10 non-GMO seeds, so you can grow tomatoes with confidence.

Plant your Rutgers VF Tomato Seeds today and enjoy a slice of tomato history in your garden!

  • Each packet contains 10 seeds
  • Color: Red
  • Shape: Round
  • Size: 8-10 oz.
  • Maturity: 75 days after transplant
  • Plant Size: 4-5 ft.
  • Plant Habit: Determinate
  • Solanum lycopersicum
  • Heirloom - Open-pollinated
  • Untreated/Non-GMO
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