Stupice

Family: Solanaceae Nightshade

Planting Schedule

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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

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Stupice 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	Apr 13th	Jul 13th	Sep 11th – Aug 1st
Zone 2a	Apr 6th	Jul 6th	Sep 4th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Mar 27th	Jun 26th	Aug 25th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Mar 27th	Jun 26th	Aug 25th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Mar 31st	Jun 30th	Aug 29th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Mar 27th	Jun 26th	Aug 25th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Mar 25th	Jun 24th	Aug 23rd – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Mar 20th	Jun 19th	Aug 18th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Mar 16th	Jun 15th	Aug 14th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Mar 13th	Jun 12th	Aug 11th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Mar 7th	Jun 6th	Aug 5th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Mar 2nd	Jun 1st	Jul 31st – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Feb 20th	May 22nd	Jul 21st – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Feb 11th	May 13th	Jul 12th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Feb 2nd	May 4th	Jul 3rd – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Jan 16th	Apr 17th	Jun 16th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Dec 22nd	Mar 23rd	May 22nd – 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	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.