Tomatoes

Fruit size: 1 inch 

Plant type: Indeterminate (climbing) 

Light requirements: Full sun. 

Planting: Space 18 to 36 inches apart, depending on type. (Read the stick tag that comes with the plant for specific spacing recommendations.) Plant deeply, burying 2/3 of the stem. 

Soil requirements: Tomatoes need well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. Amend soil with compost or other organic matter prior to planting. Soil pH should be 6.2 to 6.8. 

Water requirements: Keep soil consistently moist throughout the growing season. Moisture is critical to prevent cracked fruits and blossom end rot. Mulch soil to reduce water evaporation. 

Frost-fighting plan: Tomato is a warm-weather crop—even a light frost will damage plants (28º F to 32º F). Protect newly planted seedlings by covering plants with a frost blanket.

Fruit size: 6 to 7 oz (4 inches) 

Plant type: Determinate (bush) 

Light requirements: Full sun. 

Background: This slicing variety was developed at OSU. Their research shows that Oregon Spring will produce incredibly early yields of oval tomatoes when planted outside a month before your last frost date and given no protection except on frosty nights.  

Planting: Space 18 to 36 inches apart. Plant deeply, burying 2/3 of the stem. 

Soil requirements: Tomatoes need well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. Amend soil with compost or other organic matter prior to planting. Soil pH should be 6.2 to 6.8. 

Water requirements: Keep soil consistently moist throughout the growing season. Moisture is critical to prevent cracked fruits and blossom end rot. Mulch soil to reduce water evaporation.    

Fruit size: 3 inches long 

Plant type: Determinate (bush) 

Light requirements: Full sun. 

Planting: Space 18 to 36 inches apart. Plant deeply, burying 2/3 of the stem. 

Soil requirements: Tomatoes need well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. Amend soil with compost or other organic matter prior to planting. Soil pH should be 6.2 to 6.8. 

Water requirements: Keep soil consistently moist throughout the growing season. Moisture is critical to prevent cracked fruits and blossom end rot. Mulch soil to reduce water evaporation. 

Frost-fighting plan: Tomato is a warm-weather crop—even a light frost will damage plants (28º F to 32º F). Protect newly planted seedlings by covering plants with a frost blanket.