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Rutgers
TomatoSolanum lycopersicum 'Rutgers'
- Full sun
- Zones 10–11
- 75 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 24" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–6.8
Overview
A legendary heirloom variety developed at Rutgers University in 1934 that became the standard for tomato flavor in America. This reliable producer delivers perfectly balanced, old-fashioned tomato taste in medium-sized fruits that are ideal for both fresh eating and processing. Rutgers represents the classic American tomato that many gardeners remember from their childhood.
Planting
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date. Transplant after all danger of frost has passed and soil is at least 60°F.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–6.8. Space plants 24" apart. Germination: 7-14.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Tomato hornworm, aphids, whiteflies, cutworms. Common diseases: Early blight, late blight, fusarium wilt, bacterial spot.