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German Red Strawberry
Tomato
TomatoSolanum lycopersicum 'German Red Strawberry'
- Full sun
- Zone 10
- 80 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 24" spacing
- High water
- pH 6.2–6.8
Overview
A unique heirloom variety that produces heart-shaped, ribbed fruits resembling oversized strawberries with an unforgettable sweet, fruity flavor. This conversation-starting tomato has been treasured by seed savers for generations and delivers both visual appeal and exceptional taste that sets it apart from conventional varieties.
Planting
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date. Transplant outdoors after all frost danger passes and soil is warm.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6.2–6.8. Space plants 24" apart. Germination: 8-14.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Tomato hornworm, aphids, whiteflies. Common diseases: Blossom end rot, cracking, late blight, fusarium wilt.