Territorial Seed Company Japanese Trifele Tomato Seed
Best heirloom choice for gardeners seeking rich, complex tomato flavors.
These heirloom tomatoes deliver a rich, complex depth of flavor that puts standard supermarket varieties to shame. While you will have to wait nearly three months for the harvest, the crack-resistant, mahogany-hued fruit is well worth the patience for any serious home gardener.
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Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking complex, gourmet flavor profiles
- Market gardeners and chefs prioritizing visual presentation
- Gardeners wanting a continuous harvest throughout the season
Who should skip it
- Gardeners lacking space or time for heavy staking
- Beginners struggling with consistent irrigation management
- Growers in regions with short, cool summer seasons
Performance breakdown
Flavor Complexity
Deep, mahogany-hued flesh delivers a rich, unparalleled heirloom taste profile.
Harvest Reliability
High crack resistance ensures a consistent yield throughout the growing season.
Seed Viability
Strong germination rates provide a reliable start for home gardeners.
Heirloom Authenticity
Open-pollinated genetics allow for easy seed saving and future planting.
Growth Versatility
Indeterminate, large-scale growth requires dedicated garden space rather than containers.
Nutritional Density
Packed with lycopene and antioxidants for a healthy garden-to-table harvest.
Key Specs
Days to Maturity
80-85 days
Botanical Name
Lycopersicon lycopersicum
Seed Life
3 years
Seed Depth
1/4 inch
Soil Temperature for Germination
70-90°F
Minimum Germination Rate
80%
Seeds per Gram
Approximately 280-320
Plant Type
Indeterminate
Is Organic
False
Planting Season
Spring
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