Tomato 'Mountain Princess' Seeds (Naturally Grown)
$3.50
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SKU
GH0906
This heirloom has been grown for generations in the Monongahela National Forest region of West Virginia.
Mountain sweet goodness! This heirloom has been grown for generations in the Monongahela National Forest region of West Virginia. Fruits are 3-10 oz., orange-red, meaty, and perfectly round with a mild, but good tomato flavor. Very productive plants bear quick and early, making this variety a good choice for short growing seasons. A great choice for slicing or canning and the smooth and crack free fruits make it a good market tomato. This variety also grows well in containers!
| Botanical Name | Lycopersicon lycopersicum |
|---|---|
| Seeds Per Pack | 25 |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate | 5 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate | 10 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds | 1/4 in. |
| When to Sow | Indoors 6-8 weeks before last spring frost |
| Growing Height | 36-48 in. (90-120 cm) |
| Plant Spacing | 18-24 in. (45-60 cm) |
| Hardiness | N/A |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Danger | Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested |
| Growth Habit | Determinate |
| Soil pH Requirements | 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral), 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline) |
| Days to Harvest | 60-70 |
| Propagation Methods | From herbaceous stem cuttings, From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting | Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds, Ferment seeds before storing |
| Open Pollinated (OP) | Yes |
| Usage | Canning, Fresh, salad, Fresh, slicing |
| Fruit Color | Red |
| Fruit Size | Medium (under one pound) |
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