Tomato - Outdoor Girl - 15 seeds

Outdoor Girl Tomato

Indoor Sowing

• Sow seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last expected frost date.
• Fill seed trays with seed starting mix and sow seeds 1/4 inch deep, 2-3 seeds per cell.
• Keep the soil moist and at a consistent temperature of 70-80°F.
• Seedlings should emerge in 7-14 days.
• Once seedlings have developed their first true leaves, thin them to one per cell.
• Transplant seedlings outdoors after the last expected frost date when they are at least 6 inches tall and have developed sturdy stems.

Outdoor Sowing

• Sow seeds directly into the garden after the last expected frost date.
• Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil that has been amended with compost.
• Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep and 2-3 feet apart in rows spaced 3-4 feet apart.
• Keep the soil moist and weed-free.
• Thin seedlings when they are 2-3 inches tall, leaving 1-2 feet between plants.

Growing

• Moneymaker tomatoes prefer well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.
• Water consistently to keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
• Fertilize once a month with a balanced fertilizer.
• Stake or cage the plants for support as they grow taller.
• Prune the plants to remove suckers that grow in the crotch between the main stem and branches.
• Harvest tomatoes when they are fully ripe and have reached their full color.
• Store harvested tomatoes in a cool, dry place, such as a root cellar or refrigerator.