Tomato Seeds, Pink Tiger

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Min. seed count:
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Description

(Solanum lycopersicum). These shockingly sweet snacking tomatoes are as flavorful as they are pretty! Easy-to-grow and high-yielding plants really crank out these little jewels! Elongated, 2” fruit striped in ruby-pink and gold. Reasonable earliness and excellent flavor! Developed by Fred Hempel.

  • Indeterminate
  • 70 days to maturity
  • 6-8 hours of full sun
  • Sprouts in 7-14 days
  • Seed Depth: 1/8"
  • Plant Spacing: 24"
  • Ideal Temperature: 75-95 F
  • Frost Hardy: No

Growing Tips, Tricks and FAQs

Growing Tips

The Pink Tiger tomato is a crack-resistant heirloom variety, suitable for both outdoor and greenhouse cultivation. Plant in a sunny location, in well-draining, nutrient-rich soil. During germination, consider using a heat mat to help keep the soil warm.

When to Grow

Start seeds indoors 6-10 weeks before the last expected frost. Transplant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and temperatures don’t drop below 60 F. For precise planting dates, check local frost dates for your region.

How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds 1/8 inch deep in moist potting soil. Maintain a temperature of 70-80 F for optimal germination. Harden off seedlings by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions over 7-10 days. When planting outdoors, space plants 24 inches apart. Provide support like stakes or cages to accommodate the indeterminate growth habit.

How to Grow

Pink Tiger Tomatoes require full sun, ideally 6-8 hours daily. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Use a balanced fertilizer or one formulated for tomatoes, feeding plants a couple of times throughout the growing season. Remove suckers (small shoots growing between the main stem and branches) to direct energy toward fruit production. Regularly check for pests and diseases.

How to Save

  • Most tomatoes are self-pollinating and don't frequently cross; in a garden setting, separating by 25 feet should prevent 99% of cross-pollination. Or you can bag and hand pollinate for 100% purity.
  • On a small scale, seeds may be scooped from the fruits and dried on a paper towel.
  • For larger quantities or cleaner seeds, fermentation for a few days is recommended.
  • Once dry, tomato seed can be stored in a cool, dry, dark place; good seed retains viability for 5 years or more.

FAQ

Can I grow Pink Tiger tomatoes in containers?
Yes, provided that the container is large enough and the plants have adequate support.

Can I save Pink Tiger tomato seeds for future planting?
Yes, scoop the seeds from the fruits and dry them on a paper towel. Once dry, they can be stored in a cool, dry, dark place for several years.

Do Pink Tiger Tomatoes need support?
Yes, using stakes or cages is recommended to manage their indeterminate growth habit.

More Questions?
Check out our "Tomatoes 101" blog post by staff horticulturist John Lenz.

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