Park Seed German Johnson Tomato Seeds
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Plant or Animal Product Type | Vegetable |
Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
Brand | Park Seed |
Material Feature | Heirloom |
Color | German Johnson |
Special Feature | heirloom |
Expected Blooming Period | Spring |
Sunlight Exposure | Full Sun |
Unit Count | 31.0 Count |
Expected Planting Period | Summer |
About this item
- 80 days from setting out transplants. Indeterminate. One of the most beloved and influential heirloom varieties of all, German Johnson is a must-have for any garden of those who value rich tomato flavor, good production, and open-pollinated types for seed saving.
- Discovered growing in West Virginia more than a century ago, German Johnson quickly became a favorite for its large, nearly seedless 1- to 2-pound fruits. The deep pink color is distinctive, but the real benefit is the flavor: creamy, tangy, meaty, and juicy. The fruits are lobed and resist cracking, growing to incredible size with just a bit of support from tomato cages or pens. And German Johnson produces all season long.
- These vining plants are robust from the moment you set them out in spring, growing quickly, blooming heavily, and setting more fruit than you would believe possible. Very tolerant of heat and humidity, they love the long summers of warm climates, but also perform well in cooler weather.
- German Johnson was used to breed the Depression-era bestseller Mortgage Lifter, and has become the parent of many a fine variety over the years. But we are spoiled, and think the original outdoes all its children for flavor, appearance, and yields!
- Start seeds indoors 5 to 6 weeks before the last frost date. Plant outdoors when danger of frost is past and night temperatures consistently remain above 55 degrees F. If an unexpected late frost is forecasted, protect young plants with plastic sheeting or other cover. Set plants 2 to 2 feet apart.
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How to Grow Tomatoes
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Choosing a Variety of TomatoIf you live in the deep south or another warm-climate area with humid summer nights, you'll want to grow varieties that are heat tolerant and resistant to blossom drop. Whatever your location, you'll need to grow your plants where they can receive at least 6 hours of full sunlight a day. You will also need to consider when you want to harvest -- all at once or gradually over the season. If you enjoy canning the fruit, a determinate variety is your best choice. These plants grow as a 3- to 4-foot-tall bush and set all their fruit within a few weeks. If you want to enjoy your Tomatoes throughout the season, choose an indeterminate variety, which grows as a vine and needs staking. And for a little of both, consider the new semi-determinate varieties such as Sweet 'n' Neat Scarlet Improved and Orange Paruche. These plants stay small enough to grow in containers, yet keep bearing all season long! |
Starting Tomato Seeds with BioDomePark's Bio Dome seed starter is a great way to sow Tomato seeds, because each Bio Sponge has a pre-drilled hole you just drop one seed into -- no need to thin seedlings, no wasting of seeds! Place your Bio Dome in a 70- to 75-degree room, or just use a seedling heat mat to raise the temperature in the dome. You should see the first sprouts in 3 to 8 days. As soon as your sprouts are up, place the seedlings under strong light. Fluorescent light for around 14 to 16 hours a day is ideal for fastest growth. Keep your seedlings just a few inches below the light so they don't "stretch" and get "leggy." If you don't have strong artificial light, a sunny window will work, too -- just keep the clear dome on your Bio Dome to protect your seedlings from those chilly drafts! |
Special ConsiderationsIf you can keep from doing so, don't plant your Tomatoes where peppers, eggplants, or Tomatoes were planted the previous year. These veggies all belong to the same plant family and therefore have similar nutritional needs and are susceptible to similar diseases. Their presence one year can deplete soil of important nutrients and possibly leave remnants of diseases in leaf litter. Do not over-fertilize your Tomatoes, as this can make the plants less likely to flower. Your best bet is to use a formulation created specifically for Tomatoes like Tomato AlgoFlash. Use Kozy Coats to protect your plants from frost -- they use water and sunlight to keep the air around your plants a few degrees higher. |
Two Weeks Before Transplanting
Work the garden soil thoroughly, adding generous amounts of compost and about 4 pounds of fertilizer (5-10-10 is ideal) for every 100 square feet. Then cover the soil with a tarp or plastic mulch to keep the weeds from sprouting until you're ready to plant.
Ten Days Before Transplanting
You'll need to start "hardening off" your young plants by setting them outdoors in a lightly shaded area for an hour or two. The next day, give them a longer visit outside until they remain outdoors overnight, still in their pots. Naturally, if a cold spell hits, bring them indoors again to wait for the temperature to rise.
When Planting
Bury the stem almost up to the lowest set of leaves, even if this means covering up several extra inches. If your plants have a long, tall, spindly stem with leaves widely spaced, you can plant them horizontally in the ground right up to the first set of leaves -- the plant will root all along its stem. Just dig a long trench a few inches below the soil, lay the plant carefully into it as if you're burying it, and then gently angle the stem upwards, so that the only part showing is the very top, with at least 4 to 6 leaves aboveground. Strip the underground leaves off the plant and cover up the entire length of "leggy" stem. Be careful not to bend the stem so sharply that it breaks -- bank it with soil and pat the earth down firmly around it.
When In Ground
Mulch heavily around the plants to keep weeds down and moisture in the soil. If you're growing the plants in straight rows, plastic mulch is far easier and effective than loose mulch (such as straw or pine bark).
The amount of space you need to keep between Tomato plants depends on the type you're growing:
- Determinate and compact indeterminate -- 2 feet apart
- Indeterminate grown on stakes -- 18 inches apart
- Indeterminate grown in cages -- 3 feet apart
- Container varieties -- 2-gallon pot
Growing Tips for Tomatoes: Soil
Prepare your soil in the fall. Lay in a foot or more of mulch -- chopped-up leaves, grass clippings, pine bark, decayed vegetable compost, humus, and even newspaper all break down over time. This feeds the soil just what it likes so that when you approach it with a tiller or shovel in spring, it just needs to be turned over and mixed up a bit. Then top off the whole rich pile with a piece of plastic to keep the mulch "cooking" as long as possible into winter and to prevent all the good nutrients from running off in hard rains.
Growing Tips for Tomatoes: Frost
If frost still threatens after you plant your Tomatoes, or if you live in a short-season climate where late frosts are just part of spring, there are ways to keep your Tomatoes going. One way is to place a tarp over the plants, weighing it down at the edges to keep it from blowing away. Be careful, however, not to lay the tarp or plastic directly on the plants. You will need to use blocks, sticks, or whatever you have available to form a tent over your tender young Tomatoes. You can uncover it during the day and re-cover it at night, or leave it in place for several days and nights without damage to the plants.
Growing Tips for Tomatoes: Watering
Once the fruit sets, be sure to keep the plants evenly watered until they're nearly ripe. The rule of thumb is an inch and a half a week, but if you begin the season watering more heavily, keep up the same rate. Just before the fruit ripens, taper off a bit. This will make the flavor meatier and less watery.
Growing Tips for Tomatoes: Picking
Pick your Tomatoes when they are full, red, and firm. Eat them fresh off the vine or store them at about 60 degrees F. If you find yourself frantically picking the last several dozen while they're still green (to avoid an early autumn frost, for example), wrap them loosely in newspaper or a brown paper bag and store them in a cool, dark, dry place. Or count your blessings and fry them up at once!
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Description | Liquid fertilizer for tomatoes & vegetables provides nutrients to ensure superior results and is safe to use around kids and pets | With earlier maturity and superior tolerance, Big Beef Hybrid bears at least DOUBLE the number of extra-large, extra-meaty, extra-tasty fruits of other varieties in its class. | If you had an expensive greenhouse, you couldn't get better insulation or more effective protection for your young plants than with simple, economical Kozy Coats! | You simply won't believe the power of this patented formula from France. It has grown a carrot 193 inches long, a chrysanthemum with 7,791 flowers—and the list goes on. | The red color stimulates growth in young tomato plants by giving them the signal that they are overcrowded; they begin to gain height and foliage at a faster rate. | Bio Dome plants get ready for transplant quicker than other seedlings and suffer virtually no transplant shock in the garden |
Specifications | Simply add ½ cap of Tomato! plant food liquid per quart of water and water your plants. Thoroughly drench the soil of the plant. For best results use every 2-4 weeks | The fruits have a classic shape, color, and old-time tomato flavor | These UV-resistant plastic jackets fit around the plant, and when you fill their 18 hollow tubes with water, they are warmed by the sun, releasing much-needed heat to your plant. | 100% mineral based, with no harmful chemicals, and no environmental impact. | The tray itself is an all-purpose feeder, waterer, and weeder in one. Simply fit the tray around the young plant, pushing the 4 corner stakes securely into the soil. | Highly Effective Design - Let your oversized seedlings grow uniformly in height and width with the spacious distance between each cell |
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Plant or Animal Product Type | Vegetable |
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Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
Brand | Park Seed |
Material Feature | Heirloom |
Color | German Johnson |
Special Feature | heirloom |
Expected Blooming Period | Spring |
Sunlight Exposure | Full Sun |
Unit Count | 31.0 Count |
Expected Planting Period | Summer |
USDA Hardiness Zone | 11 |
Moisture Needs | Moderate Watering |
Package Dimensions | 2 x 2 x 1 inches |
Item Weight | 1 ounces |
Manufacturer | Park Seed |
ASIN | B07BB2VPWB |
Country of Origin | USA |
Customer Reviews |
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type | Vegetable | Vegetable | tomato seeds | Fruit | tomato seeds- | cucumber |
weight | — | 1.76 ounces | 0.81 ounces | 0.04 pounds | — | 1.58 ounces |
number of pieces | — | 16 | 8 | 840 | 75 | 76 |
sunlight exposure | Full Sun | Full Sun | Full Sun | Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial Shade | Full Sun | Full Sun |
usda hardiness zone | 11 | 3-11 | 5 | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 | 5 | 2-10 |
blooming period | Spring | Summer to Fall | — | Year Round | — | — |
planting period | Summer | Spring to Summer | — | Summer, Spring, Winter, Autumn | — | April to August |
soil type | — | Sandy Soil | — | Loam Soil, Potting Mix | Sandy Soil | Loam Soil |
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Customers like the quality and germination of the plant seeds. They mention that they look strong, and have very stout stems. Some say that the seeds spouted quickly and are quick growers.
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Customers like the germination of the plant seeds. They mention that the seeds sprouted quickly, are healthy, and are quick growers. Some say that every one of the seeds came up, including the two extra included.
"These seeds sprouted after several days and are presently growing nicely under my grow lights." Read more
"Every one of the seeds came up including the two extra included. Looking forward to some homegrown tomatoes." Read more
"...At almost $10. 00 you would never expect this to happen. Not Park seed." Read more
"Germinated well and grew into very large sturdy plants. Use a very strong tall support system. The tomato has a good sweet flavor...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the plant seeds. They mention that the seeds are of high quality, look strong, and stout. They also say that the plants germinate well and grow into very large sturdy plants. Customers also appreciate the excellent flavor and yield.
"These seeds from this vendor appear much stronger and healthier than my seedlings from other vendors on Amazon, maybe because these came..." Read more
"Germinated well and grew into very large sturdy plants. Use a very strong tall support system. The tomato has a good sweet flavor...." Read more
"...Ive grown these tomatoes and I have to say they are so beautiful, very stout stems, beautiful deep green leaves...." Read more
"...Not good for containers even huge ones in my opinion. Quality seeds though as always" Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the plant seeds. They mention that the seedlings look great, have very stout stems, and beautiful deep green leaves.
"...n't realize they had tomatoes growing because the plants are so lush the tomatoes hide underneath! I'm very impressed with these tomatoe plants...." Read more
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This was a hot dry summer and they did well. They did have a little hint of cracking but they seem to be able to close the cracks and they didn't ooze. It did not seem to affect the tomato as a whole. The skins are not tough but they are easy to peel if you prefere. This is the only tomato my husband wants now. I taste tested next to one of my red ones and I have to agree with him. Other than the small sun sugar tomato that is like eating a tomato flavored jelly bean.