Big Sandy Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum
Price: $3.95
SKU: 3404770190 days, indeterminate - Quite early for a large fruited variety (as early as 75 days in some locations), the large (but not too large) oblate, well formed scarlet red fruit average 12 ounces but can get larger. The variety is regular leaf, and the fruit are produced on vigorous indeterminate vines. There is a tang of tartness to the full, delicious flavor, making it stand out among the many sweeter-leaning heirlooms. It is very productive.
A family heirloom sent to Craig LeHoullier by West Virginia gardener Charlotte Mullens in 1990, this tomato seems to typify the old fashioned, scarlet "beefsteak" type of tomato remembered by so many older gardeners from their grandparents gardens or trips to farmstands. It was released by the Victory Seed Company to the gardening public for the 2025 season.
Fruit Color: Red
Sow seeds indoors (do not direct sow into the garden), using sterile seed starting mix, 6 to 8 weeks before your last expected frost date. Plant 1/4" deep, water lightly but keep moist until emergence.
Full light and cooler temps (60° to 70°) will help to prevent the seedlings from becoming too leggy. If plants become rootbound before you can safely set them into the ground, transplant them into larger pots.
Harden off plants before planting outside. Young plants are very susceptible to frost and sunburn damage. Avoid too much nitrogen. Water evenly but not in excess.
Click here to view our full tomato growing guide.
Full light and cooler temps (60° to 70°) will help to prevent the seedlings from becoming too leggy. If plants become rootbound before you can safely set them into the ground, transplant them into larger pots.
Harden off plants before planting outside. Young plants are very susceptible to frost and sunburn damage. Avoid too much nitrogen. Water evenly but not in excess.
Click here to view our full tomato growing guide.
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