Slicing Tomato Seeds - Paul Robeson
Best heirloom choice for gardeners seeking rich, complex, and extended harvests.
Celebrate the legacy of Paul Robeson with these heirloom slicing tomato seeds. This variety is renowned for producing large, deep maroon fruits with an exceptionally rich and complex flavor, quickly earning its place as a gardener's favorite. The indeterminate growth habit ensures an extended harvest season. For optimal results, start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost, transplant into well-draining soil, and provide consistent fertilization and watering at the base of the plant. Each packet contains a minimum of 40 seeds.
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Botanical Name
Solanum lycopersicum
/ Solanum lycopersicum
Who it's for
- Sustainable gardeners interested in saving heirloom seeds
- Gourmet cooks seeking complex, smoky flavor profiles
- Market growers wanting visually striking, unique produce
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in regions prone to heavy blight pressure
- Short-season gardeners needing faster harvest times
- Beginner gardeners struggling with consistent watering schedules
Performance breakdown
Flavor Complexity
Deep, smoky profile sets the gold standard for heirloom slicing tomatoes.
Harvest Duration
Indeterminate growth habit keeps the kitchen supplied throughout the entire season.
Germination Reliability
Consistent results when soil temperatures remain within the optimal warm range.
Yield Potential
High output achievable with diligent pruning of plant suckers.
Ease of Cultivation
Requires attentive indoor starting and consistent moisture to thrive.
Seed Density
Generous packet count provides plenty of insurance for successful garden planning.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Solanum lycopersicum
Plant Type
Indeterminate
Minimum Seeds per Packet
40
Packet Weight
0.15 g
Seed Depth
1/4"
Soil Temperature for Germination
70 to 80°F
Mature Spacing
18 to 24 inches
Days to Harvest
78 days from transplant
Features
- Large, deep maroon slicing tomatoes
- Rich and complex flavor profile
- Indeterminate growth for extended harvest
- Heirloom variety with a storied name
- Self-pollinating for reliable fruit set
- Minimum 40 seeds per packet
- Promotes higher yields when suckers are plucked
What customers say
The 'Paul Robeson' tomato seeds earn high praise primarily for their unparalleled flavor. Gardeners consistently describe the taste as complex, rich, and smoky, noting a superior savory quality compared to standard varieties. Customers appreciate the excellent germination rates, resulting in healthy, fast establishing plants. This heirloom variety is valued for its reliable performance, setting fruit well even in cooler conditions, making it a favorite for diverse growing regions. While the heavy yield requires staking, the striking mahogany fruit delivers an exceptional culinary experience. The consensus confirms this variety offers gourmet quality that justifies the effort, solidifying its reputation as a top slicing tomato.
Know before you buy
Indeterminate means the plant will continue to grow, flower, and produce fruit throughout the entire growing season until the first frost. Unlike determinate varieties that ripen all at once, this type provides a steady, extended harvest.
You can expect to harvest your first tomatoes approximately 78 days after transplanting the seedlings into your garden.
No, you do not need multiple plants for pollination. This variety is self-pollinating, meaning a single plant is capable of producing fruit on its own.
For the best results, plant them in a spot with full sun and consistent watering at the base of the plant to keep the foliage dry. Additionally, plucking the suckers—the small shoots that grow in the crotch between the main stem and branches—will help the plant focus its energy on producing larger fruit.
To ensure proper airflow and healthy growth, space your plants 18 to 24 inches apart.
You should start your seeds indoors 8 to 10 weeks before your area's expected last frost date. Ensure the soil temperature stays between 70 and 80°F to encourage successful germination.
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