An heirloom variety that's been around since the 1700s, Red Fig tomatoes were once primarily used as a drying tomato and fig substitute. Now they're highly regarded as an exceptional snacking tomato thanks to their juicy texture and sweet flavor. Their vine-like plants produce very generous yields, bearing hundreds of bright red fruits that are 1.5 inches in diameter and slightly pear-shaped. Like all tomatoes, Like all tomatoes, Red Fig tomatoes are packed with many healthy nutrients, most notably lycopene. Tomatoes have the highest concentration of lycopene of any vegetable; it's a potent antioxidant that's been found to aid in the prevention and treatment of cancer, promote cardiovascular health, and help maintain healthy eyesight.
More InformationSKU | DL013907 |
Item Package Size | Packet |
Weight Of Seeds Per Packet | 0.06 oz |
Seeds Per Packet | approx. 280 seeds per packet |
Botanical Name | Solanum lycopersicum |
How To Grow | Start indoors |
Light Requirements | Full Sun |
Planting Depth | 1/4-1/2 inch |
Seed Spacing | 24-36 inches |
Row Spacing | 24-36 inches |
Space After Thinning | 24-36 inches |
Days To Germinate | 7-14 days |
Days To Maturity | 75-95 |
Growth Habit | Indeterminate |
Tolerates | Heat |
Seed Life Cycle | Annual |
Certifications | Heirloom |
Advantages | Grow In Greenhouse, Edible, Grow With Children |
Ships As | Seed |
Ships To Canada | Yes |