I planted my first tomato seeds Wednesday. My master gardener friend suggested Rutgers tomatoes as a trial getting away from all the hybrid plants we normally try.
The almost impossible goal is ripe tomatoes by the fourth of July
Rutgers is a reliable, productive and delicious tomato. Originally bred for the Campbell Soup Company. :)
For early tomatoes, try ‘Fourth of July’ or ‘Early Girl.’
I’ve grown both. They’re not as big as Rutgers, but they’re definitely EARLY. :)