Stump Of The World

Family: Solanaceae Vegetable

Planting Schedule

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Sink your senses into Stump Of The World’s deep, beefsteak richness—an aromatic, sun-warmed tomato with a lush, meaty interior and a satisfyingly firm bite.

Expect a substantial, irregularly handsome fruit that ripens to a warm, classic red with a slightly bronzed blush, delivering bold flavor for thick slices and hearty centerpiece salads, plus exceptional performance for robust sauces and slow-simmered preserves. Grow it for the garden’s grand, vine-lush presence and the kind of harvest that feels like a centerpiece from the first blush of color to the final, glossy red fruit.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 90 DaysHabit: Determinate

Botanical illustration of Stump Of The World

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Stump Of The World 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 20th	Oct 18th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Mar 27th	Jul 10th	Oct 8th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Mar 27th	Jul 10th	Oct 8th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Mar 31st	Jul 14th	Oct 12th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Mar 27th	Jul 10th	Oct 8th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Mar 25th	Jul 8th	Oct 6th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Mar 20th	Jul 3rd	Oct 1st – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Mar 16th	Jun 29th	Sep 27th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Mar 13th	Jun 26th	Sep 24th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Mar 7th	Jun 20th	Sep 18th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Mar 2nd	Jun 15th	Sep 13th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Feb 20th	Jun 5th	Sep 3rd – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Feb 11th	May 27th	Aug 25th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Feb 2nd	May 18th	Aug 16th – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Jan 16th	May 1st	Jul 30th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Dec 22nd	Apr 6th	Jul 5th – 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	90
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Determinate
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

Built for the fork: Stump Of The World stays fleshy and structured, so it delivers a satisfying chew in thick slices and salads. In a pot, its dense interior reduces down to a sauce with real body rather than watery slide.

Best Uses

thick slices on buttered toast or sourdough—won’t collapse into a soggy mess
centerpiece salads with minimal dressing so the flesh stays structured
slow-simmered marinara or tomato fondue-style sauces
chunky preserved tomatoes or tomato jam where the texture matters

Flavor Profile

meaty, beefsteak body with a firm bite sun-warmed, aromatic tomato sweetness savory, slightly smoky depth low-seed watery gel—more flesh than juice

Kitchen Pairings

garlic olive oil aged cheddar balsamic vinegar white beans

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease is most likely to affect Solanum lycopersicum (tomato), and how can I treat it?

Watch for early blight (dark, concentric leaf spots) and manage it early because it spreads quickly in warm, humid weather. Remove and discard infected lower leaves, improve airflow with wider spacing and pruning of lower foliage, and water at the soil line rather than overhead. If it keeps progressing, apply a labeled fungicide for tomatoes at the first sign of spots and repeat according to the label timing.

How often should I water Solanum lycopersicum during the main growing phase?

During active fruiting, keep soil evenly moist by watering deeply about 1–2 times per week, depending on heat and rainfall. Aim for roughly 1–1.5 inches (2.5–4 cm) of water per week so the root zone stays consistently damp but not waterlogged. Use mulch to reduce drying swings, because irregular moisture can lead to blossom-end rot and cracking.

How do I tell when Solanum lycopersicum is ready to harvest?

Harvest when fruits reach full color for your variety and give slightly to gentle pressure—typical maturity is about 90 days. Pick by twisting or snipping the stem, and harvest regularly once they start coloring to keep plants producing. Avoid leaving fruits on the vine when they soften excessively, especially after sudden heat or wet weather.