Stupice

Tomato

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🌱 60d to harvest Determinate

Sun-warmed and vividly aromatic, Stupice slicing tomatoes arrive with a bright, classic tomato tang and a juicy, tender bite—firm…

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Mar 27th
Last Frost	May 15th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jun 26th
Harvest Begins	Aug 25th
Harvest Ends	Aug 25th

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

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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.

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.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 60°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 9 days first.

Expert Note

For Stupice’s early production, start seeds about 7 weeks pre-frost and transplant only when nighttime stays reliably warm and soil is at least 60°F.