Rutgers VF Tomato Seeds

Open-pollinated (75 days)Fruit Color: Red. Shape: Round. Size: 8-10 oz. Plant Habit: Determinate  Plant Size: 5’ Bright red 8-10 oz. fruits have an incredible old-time tomato taste. This is an improved strain that is resistant to Verticillium wilt (V) and Fusarium wilt (F). History: The Rutgers tomato was developed by Campbell Soup Co. in 1928 from a cross of Marglobe and J.T.D. It was later refined by Rutgers Univ. in 1943 for more disease resistance. The Rutgers tomato once accounted for 70% of the processed tomatoes in the United States. A fine New Jersey heirloom. Heirloom, Non-GMO    10 Seeds VF indicates it has improved resistance to Verticillium and Fusarium wilt diseases. All of our seeds are GMO-free.