Cold-tolerant, New Yorker tomatoes will produce TONS before nearly any other varieties - thereby very unlikely to suffer blossom end rot or split. The 4-6 oz smooth beefsteak-type fruits grow on vigorous, compact, bush-type plants and can be grown in containers. This extra early producer is a wonderful candidate for sauces, canning, processing, freezing, and eating fresh in salads or in sandwiches. DETERMINATE
The New Yorker tomato was first developed in 1912 by Dr. Robinson of the New York Agricultural Experiment Station and first introduced to the seed market trough the Joseph Harris seed catalogue. The New Yorker tomato was bred to be one of the earliest standard sized varieties and resistant to diseases. The variety was re-discovered and became a top performer in the 1960s for its substantial yields of tomatoes that are very crack-resistant and perform well even in areas with short growing seasons.
Days to Germination 3-10 days
Days to Maturity 63 days from transplant
Planting Depth ¼"
Spacing in Row 24"
Spacing Between Rows 36"
Height at Maturity 60"
Sun Preference Full Sun
Growth Habit Determinate
~ planting ~
When to start inside: RECOMMENDED. Start tomatoes indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost of spring, sowing the seeds in a flat 1/4" deep and 1" apart. Keep the temperature at 70-75 degrees F until germination, as well as providing adequate light in a sunny window or under a grow light; keep the soil moist, but make sure drainage is adequate. When the second set of leaves emerges, transplant the seedlings into individual pots; bury the stems up to the lowest set of leaves to grow strongly rooted plants. A week before planting the seedlings outside, begin exposing them to the weather during the day to harden them; tomatoes cannot endure cold weather, and should not be transplanted outside until all threat of frost has passed. When the soil temperature reaches at least 70 degrees F, plant the seedlings in full sun and very rich soil; once more, bury the entire stem up to the lowest set of leaves. Space the plants 2' apart.
When to sow outside: Recommended for mild winter climates only: 1 to 2 weeks before average last frost and when soil temperatures are at least 60° F.
~ growing ~
Even in containers, mulching will help to control weeds and moisture levels. Cover the soil around the plants with a plastic or organic mulch to maintain uniform moisture levels.
~ harvesting ~
When it’s time to harvest determinate tomatoes, you will know it! They all ripen at around the same time, usually over a 1-2 week period. Be ready for a large harvest.
