Sow True Seed Paul Robeson Tomato Seeds
Best heirloom choice for gardeners seeking rich, complex, and extended harvests.
These heirloom seeds deliver a deep, complex flavor that puts supermarket varieties to shame. You will need to stay on top of pruning and support for these indeterminate vines, but the reward is a steady, season-long harvest of stunning, maroon-hued fruit.
$3.95
Who it's for
- Sustainable gardeners interested in saving heirloom seeds
- Gourmet cooks seeking complex, smoky flavor profiles
- Market growers wanting visually striking, unique produce
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in regions prone to heavy blight pressure
- Short-season gardeners needing faster harvest times
- Beginner gardeners struggling with consistent watering schedules
Performance breakdown
Flavor Complexity
Deep, smoky profile sets the gold standard for heirloom slicing tomatoes.
Harvest Duration
Indeterminate growth habit keeps the kitchen supplied throughout the entire season.
Germination Reliability
Consistent results when soil temperatures remain within the optimal warm range.
Yield Potential
High output achievable with diligent pruning of plant suckers.
Ease of Cultivation
Requires attentive indoor starting and consistent moisture to thrive.
Seed Density
Generous packet count provides plenty of insurance for successful garden planning.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Solanum lycopersicum
Plant Type
Indeterminate Vegetable
Minimum Seeds per Packet
40
Packet Weight
0.15 g
Seed Depth
1/4"
Soil Temperature for Germination
70 to 80°F
Mature Spacing
18 to 24 inches
Days to Harvest
78 days from transplant
Life Cycle
Annual
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
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