Kellogg's Breakfast tomato seeds
The perfect choice for home gardeners and tomato enthusiasts looking to grow delicious, vibrant tomatoes with a rich, old-fashioned flavor! These heirloom seeds from Kellogg's, a trusted name in agriculture, are specially selected to produce bountiful crops of juicy, sweet tomatoes that will delight your taste buds.
Enjoy the incomparable taste of Kellogg's Breakfast tomatoes. These tomatoes have a distinctive balance of sweetness and acidity, making them perfect for slicing, adding to salads, or using in your favorite recipes. Every bite will remind you of the delicious flavors of yesteryears.
The fruits produced by these seeds are large, typically weighing around 1 pound (450 grams) each. Their juicy flesh and meaty texture make them ideal for sandwiches, sauces, or simply enjoying fresh from the vine.
Kellogg's Breakfast Heirloom Tomato Seeds produce tomatoes with a striking deep orange hue. Their vibrant color adds visual appeal to your garden and dishes, making them a favorite choice for food presentation and culinary creations.
These seeds are known for their vigorous growth and high productivity. With proper care, you can expect abundant harvests of flavorful tomatoes. The plants also exhibit good resistance to common tomato diseases, enhancing their overall resilience.
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Seed count: 15
Botanic name:
Lycopersicon Esculentum
Plant spacing:
18-24 inches apart
Color:
Golden Yellow fruit with dark green foliage.
Sowing depth:
1/4 -1/8 inch deep.
Sun requirements:
Full sun
Utilization:
Kellogg's breakfast tomatoes are excellent for slicing tomatoes. They are best used fresh in salads, or on sandwiches.
Frost Hardy:
No
Maturity days:
75-85 days
Life cycle:
Perennial
Can I start indoors?
Yes
Container friendly:
Yes
Determinate or indeterminate:
Indeterminate
Vine Habit:
Growing Instructions:
**I. Growing Tomatoes from Seed :**
1. **Start Seeds Indoors:** Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last expected frost in your area. Use a seed starting mix and sow seeds about ¼ inch deep.
2. **Provide Light and Warmth:** Place the seed trays in a warm location with plenty of sunlight or under grow lights. Maintain a temperature of around 70-75°F, a germination mat works perfect for this.
3. **Water Regularly:** Keep the soil moist but not soggy.
4. **Transplant Seedlings:** When seedlings have 2-3 true leaves, transplant them into individual pots.
**II. Transplanting Tomato Seedlings/Plants:**
1. **Choose a Sunny Location:** Select a location with full sun (at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily).
2. **Prepare the Soil:** Ensure the soil is well-draining and rich in organic matter. Amend with compost or aged manure.
3. **Harden Off Seedlings:** Gradually acclimate seedlings to outdoor conditions by placing them outside for a few hours each day, increasing the duration over a week.
4. **Dig Holes:** Dig holes slightly deeper than the root ball of the seedlings/plants. Space plants 2-3 feet apart depending on the variety.
5. **Plant Deeply:** Bury the stem up to the first set of true leaves, encouraging the development of additional roots.
6. **Water Thoroughly:** Water deeply after transplanting to help settle the soil around the roots.
**III. Caring for Tomatoes after Transplanting**
1. **Watering:**
* Water deeply and infrequently, aiming for about 1-2 inches of water per week.
* Water at the base of the plant to avoid wetting the leaves, which can encourage diseases.
* Water in the morning so the leaves have time to dry out before evening.
2. **Fertilizing:**
* Fertilize every 2-3 weeks with a balanced fertilizer formulated for tomatoes.
* Follow the instructions on the fertilizer label.
* Avoid over-fertilizing, which can lead to excessive foliage growth at the expense of fruit production.
3. **Staking or Caging:**
* Support tomato plants with stakes, cages, or trellises to keep the fruits off the ground and prevent the plants from sprawling.
* This also improves air circulation and reduces the risk of diseases.
4. **Pruning:**
* Prune indeterminate tomato varieties (those that continue to grow throughout the season) by removing the "suckers" - the small shoots that grow between the main stem and branches.
* This helps focus the plant's energy on fruit production.
* Determinate varieties (those that stop growing at a certain height) generally require less pruning.
5. **Mulching:**
* Mulch around the base of the plants with straw, shredded leaves, or other organic material.
* Mulch helps retain moisture, suppress weeds, and keep the soil cool.
6. **Pest and Disease Control:**
* Monitor plants regularly for signs of pests or diseases.
* Common pests include aphids, whiteflies, and tomato hornworms.
* Common diseases include blight, wilt, and blossom end rot.
* Take action promptly if you see any problems. Organic or chemical control options are available.
7. **Harvesting:**
* Harvest tomatoes when they are fully ripe and have reached their full color.
* Gently twist or snip the fruits from the vine.
* Enjoy your homegrown tomatoes!
**Additional Tips:**
* Consider planting different tomato varieties for a longer harvest season and a variety of flavors.
* Rotate your tomato planting location each year to help prevent soil-borne diseases.
* If you experience problems, consult your local garden center or extension service for advice.
With proper care and attention, you can enjoy a bountiful harvest of delicious homegrown tomatoes. Happy gardening!
