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Orange Oxheart

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Zone 13a Save Garden

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Botanical illustration of Orange Oxheart
85d to harvest

Sunlit and velvety, Orange Oxheart delivers a warm apricot-orange glow with a richly sweet, low-acid flavor that tastes like summer itself. Its meaty, beefsteak-style flesh is tender yet substantial, with a gently juicy bite and few seeds—ideal for showcasing in bold slices and hearty, colorful preparations. Grow Orange Oxheart for show-stopping, heart-shaped fruit that ripens reliably on a vigorous plant and rewards the patient gardener with exceptional color and presence at harvest.

Crop Dates

Growing note: Frost-free Zone 13a supports continuous outdoor production.
MilestoneDate
ClimateFrost-Free Climate
Growing ApproachContinuous Production

Crop Details

TraitValue
Days to Maturity85
Sun RequirementsFull SunFull sun
Growth HabitIndeterminate
Support NeededCage
Planting DepthDeep
Germination Temp (°F)75
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)10

Today's Conditions

Outdoor planting for Orange Oxheart in Zone 13a typically begins around throughout the growing season. Wait until soil reaches at least 60°F before transplanting Orange Oxheart.

Garden Alerts

Frost-free Zone 13a supports continuous outdoor production.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease most commonly affects Solanum lycopersicum (Orange Oxheart), and how can I stop it early?
Early blight (Alternaria) is a frequent problem on tomatoes, showing as dark, target-like spots on older leaves that spread upward. Remove and discard affected leaves, avoid wetting foliage, and apply a labeled fungicide if spots are spreading; improve airflow by spacing plants and pruning only lower leaves that touch soil. Check leaves 2–3 times per week once plants start heavy growth so you can act before the canopy closes.
How do I tell when Orange Oxheart tomatoes are ready to harvest?
Harvest when fruits have a fully developed orange color with a slight yield to gentle pressure at the blossom end, typically around 85 days from transplant for this tomato type. If the top shoulders still look pale green or firm, leave them on the vine a few more days. For best flavor, pick in the cool part of the day and avoid harvesting when fruits are wet.
Botanical illustration of Orange Oxheart

Sunlit and velvety, Orange Oxheart delivers a warm apricot-orange glow with a richly sweet, low-acid flavor that tastes like summer itself. Its meaty, beefsteak-style flesh is tender yet substantial, with a gently juicy bite and few seeds—ideal for showcasing in bold slices and hearty, colorful preparations. Grow Orange Oxheart for show-stopping, heart-shaped fruit that ripens reliably on a vigorous plant and rewards the patient gardener with exceptional color and presence at harvest.

Today's Conditions

Outdoor planting for Orange Oxheart in Zone 13a typically begins around throughout the growing season. Wait until soil reaches at least 60°F before transplanting Orange Oxheart.

Garden Alerts

Frost-free Zone 13a supports continuous outdoor production.

Sowing Tips

Soil Temperature

Direct sow or transplant when soil at planting depth holds 60°F for reliable germination and early growth.

Expert Note

For best orange-tinged flavor, transplant into soil that is consistently warm (60°F+) and keep moisture even after flowering to prevent cracking.