Lake Valley Seeds -Tomatoes
For Ace 55VF:
Planting & Harvesting
Seed Depth: 1/4″ (6mm)
Plant Space: 12-24″ (30-61cm)
Row Space: 24-36″ (61-91cm)
Sprouts In: 7-15 days
Start seeds indoors six to eight weeks before the last spring frost. Transplant to a sunny spot in late spring after nights have warmed. Sow outdoors in climates with 120 or more frost-free days. Germinates best at 75˚F. Feed every two weeks with high phosphorous fertilizer.
Ripen on the vine for best flavor.
Ace 55 was originally developed for the commercial market of the 1950s, and soon found favor with home gardeners. Noted for its tasty balance of sugar and acid. Resistant to verticillium wilt, fusarium wilt, and alternaria stem canker.
For Celebration:
Planting & Harvesting
Seed Depth: 1/4″ (6mm)
Plant Space: 18-36″ (46-91cm)
Row Space: 24-36″ (61-91cm)
Sprouts In: 7-14 days
Start seeds indoors six to eight weeks before the last spring frost and transplant in late spring after nights have warmed. Sow outdoors in climates with 120 or more frost-free days. Germinates best at 75°F. Plant in sunny spot in rich, well-drained soil.
Ripen on the vine for best flavor. Compact 32-46″ vine with heavy fruit will require support.
An improvement on the Celebrity variety, with even higher yields and disease resistance. Produces an abundance of uniform, dark red 8 oz fruits, with deep flavor. Adapts easily to most regions. Resistant to verticillium wilt, fusarium wilt race I & II, and mosaic virus.
For Tumbler:
Planting & Harvesting
Seed Depth: 1/4″ (6mm)
Plant Space: 12-24″ (30-61cm)
Row Space: 24-36″ (61-91cm)
Sprouts In: 7-15 days
Start seeds indoors six to eight weeks before the last spring frost and transplant in late spring after nights have warmed. Sow outdoors in climates with 120 or more frost-free days. Germinates best at 75°F. Plant in a sunny spot. Feed every two weeks with high phosphorous fertilizer.
Determinate. This warm season variety needs plenty of water for best results.
No space for a garden? You can still have home-grown tomatoes this summer! Tumbler happily produces lots of sweet cherry-sized tomatoes while growing in a container, pot or tub.
For Lemon Boy:
Planting & Harvesting
Seed Depth: 1/4″ (6mm)
Plant Space: 18-36″ (46-91cm)
Row Space: 24-36″ (61-91cm)
Sprouts In: 7-15 days
Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last spring frost, and transplant in late spring after nights have warmed. Sow outdoors in climates with 120 or more frost-free days. Germinates best at 75°F. Plant in a sunny spot in rich, well-drained soil. Feed every two weeks with a high phosphorus fertilizer.
Ripen on the vine for best flavor. Vigorous 4-6′ vines require tall, sturdy stakes or trellises.
Super-sweet, bright yellow, medium-sized fruits make an eye-catching display when sliced and served with bright red tomatoes. Top with a few leaves of fresh basil for the best of summertime treats. Resistant to verticillium wilt, fusarium wilt, and nematodes.
For Red Cherry:
Planting & Harvesting
Seed Depth: 1/4″ (6mm)
Plant Space: 18-24″ (46-61cm)
Row Space: 24-36″ (61-91cm)
Sprouts In: 7-15 days
Start indoors six weeks before last spring frost. Transplant outdoors in full sun when seedlings display 4-6 leaves, and the weather is warm. Harden off plants about 2 weeks before transplanting, to get them used to living outside. Direct sow outdoors in climates with 120 or more frost-free days. Germinates best at 75˚F. Feed every two weeks with high phosphorus fertilizer.
Ripen on the vine for best flavor. Hardy vine will require pruning and support. High disease resistance.
Lucious clusters of bright red, deeply flavored 1 ½” gems. Perfect for eating right off the vine or a cheery addition to a salad, vegetable platter or used for preserves.
For Yellow Pear:
Planting & Harvesting
Seed Depth: 1/4″ (6mm)
Plant Space: 18-36″ (46-91cm)
Row Space: 24-36″ (61-91cm)
Sprouts In: 7-15 days
Start seeds indoors six to eight weeks before the last spring frost, and transplant in late spring after nights have warmed. Sow outdoors in climates with 120 or more frost-free days. Germinate best at 75°F. Plant in sunny spot. Feed every two weeks with high phosphorus fertilizer.
Yellow Pear is a popular heirloom variety featuring bite-sized fruits with a sweet, mild flavor. Plants are loaded with clusters of bright yellow, pear-shaped, 1 1/2″ tomatoes.
Ripen on the vine for best flavor. Vigorous 4-6′ vines require tall, sturdy stakes or trellises.