Rutgers Heirloom Tomato Seeds | Organic Garden, Canning & Soup | Open Pollinated, Non-GMO, Disease-Resistant | 50+ Seeds

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Growing your own organic garden is a deeply rewarding experience, especially when you start with heirloom seeds like these Rutgers tomato seeds. These open pollinated seeds bring a rich history and vibrant flavor to your garden, perfect for fresh salads, canning, or hearty soups. Loved for their disease-resistant vines and robust fruits, these seeds are ideal for gardeners seeking quality and tradition in every harvest.

💚 What You’ll Love:
- Thriving disease-resistant plants producing large, 2-4 inch tomatoes weighing about 1 pound each
- Rich, sweet, and tangy flavor ideal for cooking, canning, and fresh eating
- Organic heirloom seeds supporting sustainable gardening traditions
- A heritage variety developed by Rutgers University in 1934 with proven performance

🌻 Seed Details
• Plant Name: Rutgers Tomato
• Scientific name: Lycopersicon lycopersicum
• Seed Quantity: 20+ Seeds (approximate)
• Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
• Lifecycle: Determinate (bush-type)
• Sow Depth: ¼ inch deep
• Plant Spacing: 24-36 inches apart
• Light Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours daily)
• Germination Temperature: Warm, bright location recommended
• Days to Germinate: Typically within 7-14 days
• Days to Maturity: 75-85 days
• Plant Height: 3-4 feet
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9
• Origin: US Grown
• Companion Plants: Basil, Marigold, Lettuce, Carrots

🌱 Growing Instructions Start your Rutgers tomato seeds indoors about 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in moist seed-starting mix and place them in a warm, bright spot. When seedlings develop 2-3 true leaves and frost risk has passed, transplant outdoors into well-drained soil enriched with compost. Space plants 24-36 inches apart and provide sturdy cages or stakes for support. Keep soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging for best results.

🪴 About Our Seeds At Seedgeeks, quality and transparency come first. Our seeds are:
• Non-GMO
• Grown in the USA
• Open-pollinated
• Untreated
• Regularly tested to ensure high germination rates
• Packaged with clear, detailed growing instructions on every packet

🌱 Packaging & Sustainability All Seedgeeks seeds are thoughtfully packed in eco-friendly, full-color packets made from recycled materials and printed with vegetable-based inks—never plastic bags. We’re committed to offering high-quality, sustainable seeds for gardeners who care about what they grow and how it’s grown.

📦 Shipping & Perks • FREE shipping on orders of $35 or more • Simple flat-rate shipping on all other orders—no surprises at checkout • Enjoy a surprise FREE gift when you purchase 5 or more items • Fast processing—most orders ship within 24 hours • USPS tracking included with every order for peace of mind