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Tomato · Slicer
Celebrity Tomatoes
Semi-determinate · Solanaceae
AAS Winner (1984). Semi-determinate — compact 3-4 ft bush that fruits until frost. VFFNT disease resistance. Best heat tolerance in group. Crack-resistant, no green shoulders.
At a Glance
Days to Maturity
70–72 days
Sun
8+ hours
full sun
Spacing
24–36 "
Seed Start
6–8 weeks
before transplant
Container
Yes
10+ gallon pot
Height
3–4 ft
Zone Planting Guide
Growing Guide
Germination
Germination Time
6–12 days
Optimal Temp
80°F
Seed Depth
0.25"
Transplanting
Min Soil Temp
60°F
Harden Off
10 days
Watering
Weekly Water
1–2 "
Needs
Consistent
Method
Drip
Soil
pH Range
6.2–6.8
Support
Cage — 4-5 ft cage. Allow 3-4 main stems.
Resilience
Heat: High
Cold: Low
Drought: Low
Disease Resistance
V
FF
N
T
Common Problems
blossom-end-rot
Cause: 7-8 oz fruit = moderate risk
Prevention: Consistent watering
early-blight
Cause: Moderate tolerance
Prevention: Cultural management + fungicide if needed
Nutrition
Feeding Intensity
Heavy feeder
Calcium
Critical — supplement recommended
Recommended Recipes
Root drench, Silica foliar, Worm castings topdress, Compost tea
Harvest
Fully red. Crack-resistant, no green shoulders.
Expected Yield
10–20 lbs/plant
Storage
3 days — Room temp.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
Avoid Planting Near
Herb fennel
Sources
award
AAS 1984
university
Clemson; Penn State
seed_catalog
Johnny's; Burpee
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