Hand-selected specifically for Sunbelt gardeners, this collection includes eight of the best tomatoes to grow in Florida. Whether you are looking for massive, rich slicers for summer sandwiches, deep smoky heirlooms, high-yielding paste tomatoes for homemade sauces, or heat-loving varieties bred specifically to thrive in humid conditions, this pack covers every culinary craving and garden need.
What’s Included (8 Varieties / approx. 25 seeds each):
Homestead: A legendary heat-tolerant, determinate variety developed specifically to set fruit during warm Southern weather. Produces smooth, firm, medium-sized red tomatoes that hold up exceptionally well to humidity and high temperatures.
Floradade: Developed by the University of Florida in the 1970s, this heat-hardy, determinate heirloom is a classic Southern producer. It yields heavy crops of smooth, red, medium-large fruits designed to resist scald and stress in hot weather.
Amish Paste: A heavy-yielding heirloom producing large, heart-shaped fruit. Exceptionally fleshy with fewer seeds, this is the gold standard for rich tomato pastes, thick sauces, and home canning.
Cherokee Purple: A famous indeterminate heirloom prized for its deep, dusky-red skin and rich, complex flavor. These large slicers deliver a perfect balance of sweet and savory notes.
Paul Robeson: Named in honor of the famed performer and activist, this Russian heirloom is world-renowned among tomato connoisseurs for its distinctive smoky-sweet flavor, juicy texture, and deep maroon flesh.
Kellogg's Breakfast: A stunning indeterminate beefsteak heirloom producing vibrant, deep-orange fruits that easily reach a pound or more. Features a rich, tangy-sweet flavor with pleasantly low acidity.
Mortgage Lifter: A legendary, high-yielding heirloom that produces massive beefsteak tomatoes weighing 1 to 3 pounds. Meaty, sweet, and ideal for slicing.
Black Cherry: An indeterminate heirloom that produces endless clusters of dark, 1-inch cherry tomatoes. They pack a rich, sweet, complex flavor perfect for fresh snacking and garden-fresh salads.
Florida Planting Guide & Growing Tips
When to Plant in Florida:
North Florida: February – March (Spring) | August (Fall)
Central Florida: February – March (Spring) | August – September (Fall)
South Florida: August – February (Fall/Winter Growing Season)
Quick Growing Specs:
Planting Depth:$1/4$ inch
Spacing: 24–36 inches apart
Sun Requirements: Full Sun (6+ hours daily)
Germination: 5–10 Days
Days to Maturity: 65–85 Days (varies by variety; cherry and determinate varieties mature earliest)
Method: Sow seeds directly or start transplants in cell trays 4–6 weeks before setting out into the garden.
