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Old German · Tomato

Zone 9a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Old German to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsJan 16th
Last FrostMar 6th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 1st
Harvest BeginsJul 30th
Harvest EndsNov 26th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 60°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 10 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity90
Sun RequirementsFull 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
Expert Note: Start indoors early, but transplant only when soil is consistently warm (around 60°F+) to prevent cold-stunting of Old German peppers.