Jetsetter

Family: Solanaceae Nightshade

Planting Schedule

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Sink your senses into Jetsetter’s glossy, beefsteak-sized fruits—an alluring, deep red with a velvety sheen that feels almost luminous in the garden.

The flesh is richly meaty and satisfyingly firm, delivering a balanced, classic tomato flavor that shines in hearty slices and bold, garden-fresh preparations. Grow Jetsetter for show-stopping summer harvests and a centerpiece fruit that’s as dependable as it is delicious.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 80 DaysHabit: Indeterminate

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Jetsetter Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Protected Environment Only
Zone 2a	Apr 6th	Jul 13th	Oct 1st – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Mar 27th	Jul 3rd	Sep 21st – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Mar 27th	Jul 3rd	Sep 21st – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Mar 31st	Jul 7th	Sep 25th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Mar 27th	Jul 3rd	Sep 21st – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Mar 25th	Jul 1st	Sep 19th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Mar 20th	Jun 26th	Sep 14th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Mar 16th	Jun 22nd	Sep 10th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Mar 13th	Jun 19th	Sep 7th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Mar 7th	Jun 13th	Sep 1st – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Mar 2nd	Jun 8th	Aug 27th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Feb 20th	May 29th	Aug 17th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Feb 11th	May 20th	Aug 8th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Feb 2nd	May 11th	Jul 30th – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Jan 16th	Apr 24th	Jul 13th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Dec 22nd	Mar 30th	Jun 18th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	Continuous Production
Zone 10b	Continuous Production
Zone 11a	Continuous Production
Zone 11b	Continuous Production
Zone 12a	Continuous Production
Zone 12b	Continuous Production
Zone 13a	Continuous Production
Zone 13b	Continuous Production

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	80
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Indeterminate
Support Needed	Cage
Planting Depth	Deep
Germination Temp (°F)	75
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	9

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Jetsetter’s beefsteak meat-to-juice ratio keeps its structure in heat and between bread slices, so it stays sliceable instead of turning into a soggy smear. Use it where you want big tomato flavor with firm bite—grilled, seared, or just dressed hard with salt, oil, and pepper.

Best Uses

thick summer sandwich slices that won’t collapse
grill-and-baste tomato halves for smoky, juicy edges
Slicing onto flaky salt and olive oil for a no-sauce meal
short-simmer tomato compote for burgers and roasted eggplant

Flavor Profile

balanced classic tomato flavor meaty, firm flesh that slices clean deep red, juicy interior with low wobble

Kitchen Pairings

garlic olive oil red onion aged cheddar balsamic vinegar black pepper

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease is most likely to hit Solanum lycopersicum (tomato ‘Jetsetter’), and how can I prevent or fix it?

Early blight (Alternaria) commonly shows on tomatoes as brown, target-like spots on older leaves that spread upward. Remove and discard infected leaves at the first sign, water only at the soil line (not the foliage), and improve airflow with wider spacing and pruning of excess lower growth. If the problem is spreading after leaf removal, apply a labeled fungicide for tomatoes according to the product directions and repeat as directed.

How often should I water Jetsetter during the main growing phase, and what soil moisture level should I maintain?

During flowering and fruit set, keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged—aim for about 1–2 inches (2.5–5 cm) of water per week depending on heat and container/soil drainage. Water deeply 1–2 times per week rather than daily, and check by feel: the top 1 inch (2.5 cm) should dry slightly before the next watering. Uneven moisture can trigger blossom-end rot, so avoid letting the soil swing from dry to saturated.

How do I tell when Jetsetter tomatoes are ready to harvest?

Harvest when fruits reach their full color and size for the variety and the shoulders are fully colored with a slight give when gently squeezed. Use frequent picking (every few days once ripening starts) because tomatoes that stay too long can split or drop. For best flavor, harvest when ripe rather than waiting for a fully soft fruit.