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Indeterminate heirloom tomato seed
Solanaceae
Organic fruiting vegetable seeds
Organic 'Oma's Orange' tomato
Solanum lycopersicum
Product code : TOMATE-ORANGE-OMA-S-BIO
'Oma's Orange' is an indeterminate heirloom tomato known for large orange beefsteak fruits weighing 227 to 454 g (8 to 16 oz). Their juicy flesh combines pronounced sweetness with gentle acidity, making the tomatoes especially enjoyable sliced, in salads, layered into sandwiches, or prepared as a fresh sauce. The vigorous plant can reach 1.5 to 1.8 m (5 to 6 ft) and requires sturdy support, full sun, and fertile, well-drained soil. Started indoors before the last frost, then transplanted after gradual hardening, this variety is well suited to Canadian vegetable gardens and large containers placed in a warm, brightly lit location.
- Quantity
- 25 seeds
- Exposure
- Full sun
- Life cycle
- Warm-season annual
Discover the plant
Common nameOrange tomato
FamilySolanaceae
GenusSolanum
Specieslycopersicum
CultivarOma's Orange
TypeIndeterminate heirloom tomato seed
Botanical nameSolanum lycopersicum
Reproducible seedsYes
Heirloom varietyYes
Organic 'Oma's Orange' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is an indeterminate heirloom tomato producing large, round to slightly flattened beefsteak-type fruits in a rich orange colour. Their juicy flesh has a fruity flavour in which sweetness remains balanced by gentle acidity. Fruits generally weigh 227 to 454 g (8 to 16 oz) and may develop singly or in small clusters of up to three tomatoes. The vigorous plant reaches approximately 1.5 to 1.8 m (5 to 6 ft) and continues growing, producing yellow blossoms, and setting fruit until cold nights end the season.
This warm-season tomato requires full sun, fertile soil enriched with organic matter, and efficient drainage. Sow indoors six to eight weeks before the last frost, 6 to 13 mm (1/4 to 1/2 in) deep, in clean seed-starting mix maintained at 27 to 29°C (80 to 85°F). Seedlings generally emerge in 7 to 14 days. Once true leaves appear, transplant the seedlings, provide strong light, and gradually harden them off. Move plants outdoors only after the soil has warmed and all danger of frost has passed, taking care not to disturb the developing roots more than necessary.
In a Canadian vegetable gardens, 'Oma's Orange' suits sunny rows, edible beds, and large containers placed beside a sturdy support. Space plants generously to promote air circulation, then tie the stems as they lengthen. Mulch helps stabilize soil moisture and limits soil splash onto the foliage. Harvest the fruits when they are uniformly orange and yield slightly to gentle pressure; they are excellent sliced, layered into sandwiches, added to salads, or prepared as fresh sauces. Only ripe fruit is intended for eating; keep foliage, stems, and unripe fruit away from children and pets.
Sowing guide
It all startswith a seed.
Sowing depth
6 to 13 mm (1/4 to 1/2 in)
Spacing / density
Space plants approximately 90 to 120 cm (36 to 48 in) apart to accommodate indeterminate growth and air circulation.
Germination temperature
27 to 29 °C (80 to 85 °F)
Germination time
7 to 14 days
Sowing period
Indoors, six to eight weeks before the last frost; in your region, generally March to April depending on the region. Adjust these dates to your local frost dates and soil conditions; Canadian growing seasons vary by region.
Propagation
Seed
Growing method
How to start tomato seedlings: 'Oma's Orange' tomato. Sow 'Oma's Orange' indoors six to eight weeks before the expected last frost. Use clean, moistened seed-starting mix and place seeds 6 to 13 mm (1/4 to 1/2 in) deep. Maintain the mix at 27 to 29°C (80 to 85°F) until emergence, generally in 7 to 14 days, without keeping it waterlogged. As soon as shoots appear, remove the cover and provide strong light for an extended period each day to produce stocky plants. Move seedlings into individual containers once true leaves have formed, handling the roots carefully. About ten days before planting, gradually acclimate plants to direct sunlight, wind, and outdoor temperatures. Transplant after all frost danger has passed into warmed, fertile, well-drained soil, spacing plants 90 to 120 cm (36 to 48 in) apart. Install a sturdy cage or stake immediately. Water deeply at soil level, add mulch after the ground has warmed, and tie long stems as required. Maintain balanced nutrition and inspect foliage and developing fruit regularly throughout the season. Remove leaves that touch the ground, direct irrigation beneath the canopy, and harvest ripe tomatoes promptly. These practices improve air movement, reduce soil splash, and keep the vigorous plant manageable until cool autumn weather ends production.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Soil pH
Approximately 6.0 to 6.8
Care level
Moderate
Watering
Water deeply when the upper soil layer begins to dry, directing water to the base of the plant. Maintain the most even moisture possible during flowering and fruit enlargement without saturating the root zone. Organic mulch reduces evaporation and soil splash on foliage. Avoid sharp cycles between drought and heavy watering, which may encourage tomato cracking and interfere with calcium uptake. Check container plants daily during hot weather.
Soil type
Choose fertile, loose, well-drained soil enriched with mature compost before planting. A loamy texture that retains even moisture without remaining saturated supports rooting and helps limit moisture swings associated with fruit cracking or blossom-end rot. Avoid areas where water collects after rain, and rotate the crop with plants outside the Solanaceae family. Maintain the soil surface with clean mulch once the ground has warmed.
Fertilization
Incorporate mature compost before transplanting, then use a balanced fertilizer formulated for fruiting vegetables according to label directions and soil-test results. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which encourages abundant foliage at the expense of flowering and fruiting. In containers, divide applications because repeated watering leaches nutrients more quickly. Never fertilize completely dry potting mix; water first and follow the product label carefully.
Moisture
Consistent soil moisture without saturation; good air circulation around the foliage.
Seasonal care
Seasonal care for 'Oma's Orange' tomato. 'Oma's Orange' tomato begins with season-aware timing—transplant after the last frost, once the soil has warmed and nights remain above approximately 10°C (50°F)—so compare that guidance with the actual spring or autumn at your site. Sow 6 to 13 mm deep at 27 to 29 °C (80 to 85 °F); the working germination range is 7 to 14 days, with moisture held steady rather than saturated. Keep young seedlings close to strong light, rotate trays for balanced growth, and pot them on before roots become crowded. After several days of hardening, set 'Oma's Orange' plants outdoors only when frost danger has passed and nights have become reliably mild. Install a sturdy support at planting and guide new growth before stems become heavy or tangled. Prepare a sunny, well-drained bed; mix mature compost through the root zone and keep the lower leaves clear of soil splash. Maintain even root-zone moisture, because abrupt swings between dry soil and heavy watering can split expanding fruit. 'Oma's Orange' tomato container guidance: approximately 40 to 60 L, at least 45 to 50 cm (18 to 20 in) in diameter and depth. Set the pot where runoff can escape and light is adequate. As yellow flowers open, preserve airflow around 'Oma's Orange', check ties and supports, and watch the undersides of leaves for early pest or disease signs. Use the supplied harvest guidance—harvest when fruit is uniformly orange and yields slightly to gentle pressure; pick before frost—as a starting point; judge each fruit by developed colour, full size, and a slight yield under gentle pressure. Harvest 'Oma's Orange' regularly without pulling the vine, and bring sound, well-developed fruit indoors before the first hard frost.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
Approximately 40 to 60 L, at least 45 to 50 cm (18 to 20 in) in diameter and depth
Growing 'Oma's Orange' tomato in containers. Choose a stable container at least 45 to 50 cm (18 to 20 in) in diameter and similarly deep, providing approximately 40 to 60 L of volume and several drainage holes. Fill it with a high-quality, airy vegetable potting mix enriched with compost rather than compact garden soil alone. At planting time, install a cage or stake sturdy enough to support a 1.5 to 1.8 m (5 to 6 ft) indeterminate tomato; adding it later could damage the roots. Place the container in full sun, ideally protected from severe winds. Water slowly until excess drains, then water again when the surface begins to dry. During hot weather, daily checking may be necessary, but never leave the pot standing in a water-filled saucer. Apply light mulch, fertilize regularly at a rate suited to container tomatoes, and tie stems as they grow. Remove only diseased lower foliage or leaves touching the mix. In fall, harvest before frost, compost healthy tissues only, and clean both container and support before storage. Keep the root zone evenly moist while flowers and fruit develop, and rotate the container only when uneven light causes the plant to lean. Before frost, harvest all usable fruit, discard diseased tissues rather than composting them, and wash the pot, ties, cage, and hand tools before storage.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
Approximately 1.5 to 1.8 m (5 to 6 ft)
Width / spread
Allow approximately 90 to 120 cm (36 to 48 in) between plants
Flower color
Yellow
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Compound, divided foliage with an aroma when bruised; grown as an annual in your region
Growth rate
Fast
Growth habit
Upright, vigorous, and indeterminate, with long stems requiring support
Bloom period
Small yellow blossoms form in clusters and appear progressively on new stems throughout the warm season. Their anthers release pollen mainly through wind movement or vibrations produced by certain insects, particularly bumblebees. Excessive heat, pronounced cold, water stress, or fertilizer containing too much nitrogen can cause blossom drop and reduce fruit set. Maintain even moisture and good air movement without spraying open flowers during active insect visits.
Fruiting
Fruit develops after successful set and enlarges into round to slightly flattened beefsteak tomatoes generally weighing 227 to 454 g (8 to 16 oz). The skin changes from green to rich orange while the flesh becomes juicy, sweet, and gently acidic. Harvest when colour is uniform and the fruit yields slightly to gentle pressure. Avoid abrupt moisture fluctuations that encourage cracking, and gather coloured fruit before a forecast frost.
Days to maturity
Approximately 75 to 80 days after transplanting
Harvest
Harvest when fruit is uniformly orange and yields slightly to gentle pressure; pick before frost.
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Basil, lettuce, onion, chives, and selected annual flowers can grow near this tomato when every plant retains enough light, water, air, and root space. Place shorter crops on the side that will not be shaded by the indeterminate canopy and preserve sufficient room for access. These garden combinations mainly diversify harvest and habitat; they do not replace crop rotation, proper spacing, sanitation, or regular pest monitoring throughout the growing season. Avoid crowding several large tomatoes around one small support. Maintain easy access for watering and harvesting.
Plants to avoid
Avoid waterlogged soil, overhead watering, crowding, and repeated rotations with tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, or potatoes.
Recipe idea
From the gardento your plate.
Edible parts
Ripe fruit
'Oma's Orange' tomato in the kitchen. To highlight the colour and texture of 'Oma's Orange', prepare an uncooked heirloom tomato platter. Slice two large orange tomatoes and two red or purple tomatoes about 8 mm thick. Arrange alternating slices on a serving plate, then add one small, thinly sliced shallot, several basil leaves, and crumbled fresh cheese if desired. Whisk 30 mL (2 tbsp) olive oil with 15 mL (1 tbsp) apple cider vinegar, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Spoon the dressing over the tomatoes immediately before serving so the fruit retains its texture. Let the platter rest at room temperature for five minutes so the flavours mingle. Serve with toasted bread to capture the juices. This simple preparation preserves the tomato's fruity sweetness and sets its luminous orange colour against contrasting heirloom cultivars. Serve immediately, refrigerate leftovers within two hours, and discard any tomato showing mould, fermentation, leakage, or an abnormal odour. This quantity makes approximately four side-dish portions.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
When should 'Oma's Orange' tomato be sown in your region?
Sow indoors six to eight weeks before your region's average last frost date, generally from March to April in your region. Place seeds 6 to 13 mm (1/4 to 1/2 in) deep in clean seed-starting mix and maintain 27 to 29°C (80 to 85°F) until emergence. Seedlings normally appear in 7 to 14 days. Then provide strong light, move young plants into individual pots once true leaves develop, and harden them gradually for about ten days. Wait until frost danger has passed and the soil has warmed before transplanting them permanently into the garden. Label each tray with the sowing date and cultivar so emergence can be assessed accurately.
What support is suitable for this indeterminate tomato?
Choose a tall, sturdy cage or a firmly anchored stake able to carry a 1.5 to 1.8 m (5 to 6 ft) plant and several large fruits. Install the support at transplanting time to avoid damaging roots later. Secure stems with soft ties without tightening them, and add ties as the plant lengthens. Check them regularly because stems thicken quickly in summer. Indeterminate growth continues throughout the season, so a small decorative stake soon becomes inadequate. For a container plant, also ensure the pot is stable enough to prevent wind from overturning the entire structure. Inspect ties after windy weather and replace any material that begins cutting into an expanding stem.
How can a fruit ready for harvest be recognized?
A ripe fruit shows an even orange colour extending close to the shoulders and yields only slightly to gentle pressure without becoming soft. Its skin remains sound, and the tomato releases with a light twist or can be cut with clean pruners. Colour is a better guide than an exact day count because heat, sunlight, and transplanting date change the schedule. Harvest regularly to prevent fully ripe fruit from cracking or falling. Before a forecast frost, also gather tomatoes that have begun changing colour; they can finish ripening indoors at room temperature. Harvest regularly once this stage is reached so overripe fruit does not split or fall.
Can 'Oma's Orange' be grown in a container?
Yes, provided a stable container of approximately 40 to 60 L is used. It should measure at least 45 to 50 cm (18 to 20 in) in diameter and depth and have several drainage holes. Fill it with an airy vegetable potting mix enriched with compost, then immediately install a sturdy cage or stake. Place the pot in full sun and water slowly until excess drains whenever the surface begins to dry. In hot weather, check moisture every day. Regular but measured fertilizer applications replace nutrients leached by repeated watering. Never allow the container to remain standing in a water-filled saucer.
Can seed be saved from 'Oma's Orange'?
Yes. 'Oma's Orange' is open-pollinated, so properly collected seed can reproduce its characteristics. To reduce crossing, isolate blossoms intended for seed before they open or adequately separate tomato cultivars. Select a healthy, typical fruit and allow it to ripen fully, then collect the seeds with their surrounding gel. Ferment them briefly in a small container, rinse thoroughly, and spread them out to dry completely. Label the envelope with the cultivar and year, then store it in a cool, dry place. Do not use diseased or atypical fruit as a seed source, because careful fruit selection directly affects the quality of the saved seed harvest.
Wildlife and pets
Life,around your plants.
Reported toxicity
Yes
Supporting wildlife
Oma's Orange carries self-fertile yellow flowers, with pollen released by breeze, movement, or vibration. Bumblebees and similar bees may visit and support consistent fruit set, although insects are not essential. The tomato should not replace true forage plants. Leave open trusses untreated during visits and preserve diverse neighbouring bloom through summer.
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