The tomato 'Andrew Rahart Jumbo Red' is one of those varieties whose history is as enjoyable as the fruit itself. Of Italian origin, it comes from a family heritage whose seeds were collected from the Italian community in northern New York and passed down by the collector Andrew Rahart. It combines authentic flavor and reliability in the garden. Beefsteak-type tomatoes have a rich, balanced, and intensely aromatic flavor, enhanced with just the right amount of acidity. This red tomato is remarkable in slices, perfect for sandwiches and summer plates. Beyond its taste, it is spliting and crack-resistant, making it a reliable choice for discerning northern gardeners. 

• Flavor profile: Tangy : 2/5   Sweet : 3/5   Aromatic : 4/5

• Usage: Fresh sliced, sandwiches, rich coulis. 

• Type & Color: Beefsteak type, round to ribbed (250-500 g), deep red, dense flesh. 

• Latin: Solanum lycopersicum  

• Maturity: Late season (90 days). | Origin: Italian heirloom (via Andrew Rahart). 

• Sowing: 5 mm deep, 6-8 weeks before last frost. 

• Temperature: 24-32°C (germination), then 16-20°C.

Full Sun | Very Sturdy Stake | ↕ Ind. +200 cm | ↔ 60 cm

Ideal Garden: Very vigorous variety with continuous growth. Ideal for cultivation in open ground or in containers of 35 to 40 liters. Very demanding in space, it requires sturdy staking. Regular maintenance: sun, deep watering, and the addition of compost or natural fertilizer are necessary to support its expansive development. 

Our seeds are reproducible: a living heritage that you can preserve and share within your community.

 Cultivate your world of flavors, right in your garden.