Galahad Tomato
Best disease-resistant tomato for home gardeners seeking reliable, high-yield harvests.
Galahad Tomato is an award-winning hybrid variety perfect for slicing, offering a delicious milestone for summer harvests. This determinate tomato boasts exceptional resistance to Late Blight and cracking, producing abundant, juicy, sweet, and meaty crimson globes. With a 73-day maturity from transplant, Galahad delivers large, flavorful fruit ideal for fresh eating. Rich in lycopene, these tomatoes support healthy eyesight and cardiovascular well-being, making them a time-tested favorite for performance and taste.
$5.25
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
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Category Rank
270
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#270 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
-51%
Below average
Maturity
73
/ days
Who it's for
- Gardeners struggling with blight and common plant diseases
- Home cooks seeking classic flavor for slicing and cooking
- Preservers needing a large harvest for canning and processing
Who should skip it
- Low-maintenance gardeners avoiding the need for structural support
- Gardeners wanting a continuous supply of fresh summer tomatoes
- Impatient growers looking for the earliest possible harvest
Performance breakdown
Disease Resistance
Industry-leading defense against Late Blight ensures a worry-free harvest season.
Yield Reliability
Determinate habit produces a concentrated, abundant crop of high-quality fruit.
Fruit Integrity
Superior crack resistance keeps harvests looking pristine and market-ready.
Flavor Profile
Balanced sweetness and meaty texture deliver a classic, satisfying tomato experience.
Growth Efficiency
Predictable 73-day maturity window allows for precise seasonal garden planning.
Germination Potential
Consistent sprout rates provide a dependable start for every home gardener.
Key Specs
Maturity
73 days
Plant Type
Determinate
Botanical Name
Lycopersicon lycopersicum
Seed Life
3 years
Seed Depth
0.635 cm
Soil pH Requirement
5.5-7.0
Minimum Germination Rate
80%
Seeds per Gram
≈ 280-320
Features
- Award-winning All-America Selections Winner
- Highly resistant to Late Blight
- Compact, determinate plant habit
- Crack-resistant fruit for better yield
- Juicy, sweet, and meaty fruit texture
- High concentration of lycopene
- Reliable performance under organic conditions
What customers say
Gardeners are genuinely impressed by the Galahad tomato, consistently highlighting its superior quality and flavor. Reviewers frequently mention the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity, making it a standout slicer. The second major theme is reliability; customers trust this variety due to its exceptional disease resistance and consistent, heavy yields. This dependable performance makes the Galahad a highly valued addition to any garden, delivering gourmet results with minimal fuss.
Know before you buy
Determinate tomatoes grow to a fixed, compact size and ripen most of their fruit within a concentrated window of time. This makes them an excellent choice if you want to harvest a large amount of fruit at once for canning or sauce-making.
Galahad is specifically bred for high resistance to Late Blight, which is a significant advantage for gardeners in humid or rainy climates where fungal diseases are common. While no plant is completely immune, this variety offers much stronger protection than many traditional heirloom types.
While the plant has a compact habit, it is not specifically categorized as container-friendly. For best results, it is recommended to plant them in the ground or in raised beds where they have adequate room for their root systems.
You can expect to harvest your first tomatoes approximately 73 days after transplanting your seedlings into the garden. Be sure to plant them in a spot that receives plenty of sun to ensure they reach maturity on schedule.
Galahad tomatoes thrive in soil with a pH between 5.5 and 7.0. Plant the seeds at a depth of about 0.635 cm and ensure they receive moderate, consistent watering throughout the growing season.
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