Legend Tomato Seed
Best early-maturing choice for gardeners battling late blight.
Discover the Legend Tomato Seed, an early-maturing variety developed at Oregon State University, perfect for a quick harvest of delicious slicing tomatoes. This open-pollinated, determinate plant offers sweet, slightly acidic fruit that ripens in just 68 days. It's known for its tolerance to late blight fungi, providing a reliable option for gardeners. Legend tomatoes are rich in lycopene and best enjoyed fresh, without refrigeration, to preserve their optimal flavor.
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Price vs Category Average
+22%
Above average
Days to Maturity
68
/ days
Who it's for
- Gardeners in short-season or cooler maritime climates
- Home cooks prioritizing fresh slicing and sandwich quality
- Busy growers wanting low-maintenance, disease-resistant plants
Who should skip it
- Gardeners seeking a continuous harvest throughout the summer
- Heirloom enthusiasts craving intense, nuanced flavor profiles
- Preservers looking to make thick sauces or dried tomatoes
Performance breakdown
Disease Resilience
Exceptional tolerance to late blight provides peace of mind for gardeners.
Harvest Speed
Sixty-eight days to maturity ensures a rapid turnaround for summer harvests.
Flavor Profile
Balanced acidity and sweetness deliver a classic, high-quality slicing tomato experience.
Growth Predictability
Determinate habit keeps plants compact and manageable for smaller garden spaces.
Seed Viability
Reliable germination rates ensure consistent success for home propagation efforts.
Garden Versatility
Parthenocarpic fruit production helps ensure yields even in unpredictable weather conditions.
Key Specs
Days to Maturity
68 days
Plant Type
Determinate
Fruit Size
4–5 inches
Seed Life
3 years
Minimum Germination Rate
80%
Seeds per Gram
Approximately 280-320
Botanical Name
Lycopersicon lycopersicum
Disease Resistance
Shows tolerance to Late Blight (LB)
Features
- Early maturing slicing tomato
- Tolerant to late blight fungi
- Produces parthenocarpic fruit
- Sweet flavor with balanced acidity
- Open pollinated for seed saving
- Determinate growth habit
- TSC Select variety for organic growing
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Legend Tomato Seed for its exceptional reliability, particularly in regions with shorter or cooler growing seasons. Gardeners appreciate the high germination rates and the plant's robust ability to produce a substantial yield of flavorful, medium sized fruit. The ease of growing and strong disease resistance make this variety a dependable choice, establishing it as a favorite for consistent garden success.
Know before you buy
Determinate plants grow to a fixed size and ripen their entire crop over a short period of time. This makes them an excellent choice for gardeners who want to harvest a large amount of fruit at once for canning or fresh eating.
The Legend variety was specifically developed at Oregon State University for its tolerance to late blight fungi. While no plant is completely immune, this variety is a reliable choice for gardeners in regions where blight is a common seasonal challenge.
Parthenocarpic fruit can develop without the need for pollination. This is a significant advantage for early-season gardeners, as the plant can set fruit even when temperatures are too cool for bees or other pollinators to be active.
These seeds have a life span of approximately three years. To maintain the minimum 80% germination rate, store them in a cool, dry, and dark environment, such as an airtight container in a refrigerator or a climate-controlled pantry.
While the seeds themselves are not certified organic, they are a TSC Select variety. This means they are untreated and suitable for use in organic garden systems.
These tomatoes are best enjoyed fresh off the vine. For the optimal flavor profile, avoid refrigerating them, as cold temperatures can alter the texture and diminish the sweet, slightly acidic taste.
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