Stupice

Family: Solanaceae Nightshade

Sun-warmed and vividly aromatic, Stupice slicing tomatoes arrive with a bright, classic tomato tang and a juicy, tender bite—firm enough for satisfying slices, yet never tough.

The fruits ripen early for a home garden, wearing a smooth, medium-red sheen over a pleasantly balanced sweetness that shines in fresh salads and simple summer platters. Grow Stupice for dependable, early harvests and a steady stream of flavorful slicers all season long.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 60 DaysHabit: Determinate

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Mar 7th
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jun 6th
Harvest Begins	Aug 5th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	60
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

Stupice gives you an early, sun-warmed kind of tomato flavor—bright and tangy with a juicy, tender texture that holds up on the plate. Slice it thick and treat it gently; it won’t turn woody or tough, so it stays satisfying whether dressed simply or cooked for a quick, spoonable toss.

Best Uses

thick slices on crusty bread with olive oil and flaky salt
fresh tomato salad where the juice stays vibrant (no watery breakdown)
quick sautéed or pan-roasted tomato with garlic for spoonable toppings
simple summer platters—slices next to mozzarella and cured meats

Flavor Profile

bright, classic tomato tang juicy, tender bite with light snap pleasantly balanced sweetness smooth, aromatic ripeness

Kitchen Pairings

garlic extra-virgin olive oil balsamic vinegar fresh mozzarella crusty bread anchovy

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the most common disease problem for Solanum lycopersicum (Stupice) and how do I treat it?

Stupice commonly suffers from early blight (Alternaria) and leaf spot, which causes brown spots with darker rings on older leaves. Remove and destroy infected leaves as soon as you see spots, keep foliage as dry as possible by watering at the soil line, and spray a labeled fungicide for tomatoes/early blight when symptoms first appear and repeat as directed. Improve airflow by spacing plants and pruning only lower leaves that touch the ground.

How often should I water Stupice tomatoes during their main growing phase?

During active flowering and fruit set, keep soil evenly moist with about 1–2 inches of water per week, adjusting for heat and rainfall. Water deeply 1–2 times per week rather than lightly daily, and aim to avoid letting the soil dry out completely—dry-to-wet cycles increase blossom-end rot and cracking. Use mulch to steady moisture around the root zone while keeping leaves dry.

How can I tell when my Stupice tomatoes are ready to harvest?

Harvest when fruits have fully colored—bright red (or the cultivar’s ripe color) with slightly softened shoulders—about 60 days after planting under good conditions. Pick regularly once they start ripening to keep plants producing, and handle fruit gently to avoid bruising. If nighttime temperatures are cool, you can harvest at the pink stage and ripen indoors, but fully ripe fruit is best for flavor.