42-Day Tomato Seeds 100 | Early Ripening Heirloom Red Tomato

42-Day Tomato is a fast-maturing heirloom tomato prized for producing ripe red fruit in about six weeks from transplant. Its compact, determinate growth habit makes it a dependable choice for home gardens, raised beds, and containers where an early harvest is important. The plants set clusters of medium-sized, flavorful tomatoes that are excellent for fresh slicing, salads, canning, and sauces.

This early ripening tomato is well suited to short growing seasons and cool climates, allowing gardeners to enjoy a harvest before many later-season varieties begin to ripen. Whether grown in a vegetable patch or on a sunny patio, 42-Day Tomato offers a productive and rewarding garden crop.

Plant Features

• Early ripening heirloom tomato variety
• Produces red, medium-sized slicing tomatoes
• Determinate growth habit, suitable for containers and small spaces
• Good choice for short-season and cool-climate gardens
• Versatile for fresh eating, canning, and sauces

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Plant Type: Annual vegetable
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Growth Habit: Determinate
• Days to Maturity: Approximately 42 days from transplant
• Spacing: 24 to 36 inches apart

Planting & Care

Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last expected frost date. Sow seeds about 1/4 inch deep in a sterile seed-starting mix, keep the medium consistently moist, and provide warmth and bright light for strong growth. Harden off seedlings before transplanting outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.

Set plants in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly at the base of the plant to keep foliage dry, and provide support such as stakes or cages as the plants grow. Mulching helps retain moisture and reduce weeds. Feed with a balanced fertilizer according to package directions for healthy growth and fruit production.

What's Included

100 42-Day Tomato seeds (Solanum lycopersicum).