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Indeterminate pink tomato
Solanaceae
Organic fruiting vegetable seeds
Organic pink ‘Trucker’s Favorite’ tomato
Solanum lycopersicum ‘Trucker’s Favorite’
Product code : BIOVO-0162
Productive indeterminate organic heirloom bearing clusters of three or four 170 to 340 g pink fruit that is firm meaty juicy and richly flavoured.
- Exposure
- Full sun
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Common nameTrucker’s Favorite pink tomato
FamilySolanaceae
GenusSolanum
SpeciesSolanum lycopersicum
CultivarTrucker’s Favorite
TypeIndeterminate pink tomato
Botanical nameSolanum lycopersicum ‘Trucker’s Favorite’
Reproducible seedsYes
Heirloom varietyYes
Organic pink ‘Trucker’s Favorite’ tomato (Solanum lycopersicum ‘Trucker’s Favorite’) is an open-pollinated organic heirloom introduced in the United States during the late nineteenth century. Vigorous productive indeterminate plants bear clusters of three or four pink to rosy-red round to slightly oblate fruit generally weighing 170 to 340 g. Firm meaty juicy flesh has rich very sweet old-fashioned tomato flavour. Uniform fruit is especially valued for slicing sandwiches salads burgers and fresh sauces.
Sow indoors six to eight weeks before last frost approximately 0.5 cm deep in warm evenly moist mix. Provide strong light immediately after emergence, pot up after true leaves, and harden gradually. Transplant after frost in full sun into fertile organic-rich well-drained soil. Indeterminate growth requires a tall cage trellis or sturdy stakes. Allow enough room for airflow and support loaded clusters to keep fruit off the soil.
Water slowly and deeply at soil level when the surface begins to dry, then mulch after soil warms to stabilize moisture. Feed moderately without excess nitrogen and tie stems as they grow. Maturity generally occurs around 75 days after transplanting. Pick when fruit is evenly pink to rosy-red, shoulders are no longer green, and flesh yields slightly to gentle pressure. Use pruners if the stem resists and discard mouldy slimy deeply split or abnormal-smelling fruit.
Sowing guide
It all startswith a seed.
Sowing depth
0.5 cm (1/4 in)
Spacing / density
Space plants approximately 90 to 120 cm (36 to 48 in) apart to accommodate growth and air circulation.
Germination temperature
21 to 27°C (70 to 81°F)
Germination time
7 to 14 days
Sowing period
March through April indoors then transplant after frost
Propagation
Seed
Growing method
Sow Trucker’s Favorite indoors March through April six to eight weeks before last frost 0.5 cm deep. Maintain 21–27°C and even moisture until emergence in 7–14 days. Provide intense light, pot up after true leaves, and harden gradually. After frost transplant in full sun in the ground or a large deep container. Install a cage or stake, water at soil level, and mulch. Harvest frequently approximately 75 days after transplanting once small fruit is uniformly red.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Soil pH
Approximately 6.0 to 6.8
Care level
Moderate
Watering
Water deeply at soil level when the top three to five centimetres begin to dry while maintaining moisture as evenly as possible. Alternating drought and heavy watering encourages cracking and may contribute to blossom-end rot while constantly waterlogged soil suffocates roots and increases disease. Water in the morning without unnecessarily wetting foliage then mulch once soil warms. During fruit set and sizing avoid prolonged water stress. In a large container check moisture daily during hot weather without leaving standing water in the saucer.
Soil type
Choose deep fertile loose well-drained organic-rich soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH near 6.0–6.8. Incorporate mature compost before transplanting while avoiding fresh manure and excess nitrogen that produces leaves at the expense of fruit. Work soil when neither sticky nor dusty and do not vigorous the root zone. Even moisture and adequate calcium reserves support healthy fruiting without automatic calcium additions unless testing supports them. Rotate three or four years away from tomatoes peppers eggplants and potatoes.
Fertilization
Incorporate mature compost before transplanting then base later feeding on a soil test or the label of a balanced fruiting-vegetable fertilizer. Avoid excess nitrogen which promotes very vigorous stems and leaves but delays flowering and ripening. After fruit set balanced nutrition including potassium and phosphorus may support fruiting without exceeding label rates. Never place concentrated fertilizer against roots and water after application. In containers split a dilute solution rather than using one strong dose. No calcium supplement replaces even watering or a test confirming deficiency.
Moisture
Consistent soil moisture without saturation; good air circulation around the foliage.
Seasonal care
In spring sow indoors six to eight weeks before last frost and provide intense light immediately after emergence. Pot up after true leaves then harden gradually. After frost transplant in full sun in the ground or a large deep container. Install a cage or stake to support loaded stems without assigning an unconfirmed growth type. In summer water deeply at soil level, check container moisture often, mulch, and feed moderately. Harvest red fruit frequently. Before frost pick developed fruit, remove plants, and clean containers.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Choose a very large stable deep container with numerous drainage holes; no exact size is confirmed for the Biologiquement Vôtre lot. Fill it with airy compost-enriched vegetable potting mix and place it in full sun. Install a tall cage or sturdy trellis at transplanting to guide long stems and support heavy fruit. Water slowly when the surface begins to dry without standing water. Mulch lightly, feed moderately, and check moisture daily during hot or windy weather.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Flower color
Yellow
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Compound, divided foliage with an aroma when bruised; grown as an annual in Quebec
Growth rate
Vigorous during the warm season
Growth habit
Indeterminate vigorous climbing and productive
Bloom period
Small yellow flowers borne in successive clusters during the warm season
Fruiting
Clusters of three or four pink fruit produced progressively until cold weather
Days to maturity
Approximately 75 days after transplanting
Harvest
Harvest generally around 75 days after transplanting when fruit is evenly pink to rosy-red, shoulders are no longer green, and flesh yields slightly to gentle pressure. Support each tomato with one hand and twist gently or clip the stem with a clean tool if it resists. Place large fruit in a single layer to prevent bruising. Before frost bring developed fruit indoors. Do not eat leaves or stems and discard mouldy slimy deeply split or abnormal-smelling fruit.
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Basil and early lettuce can occupy nearby space when light, water, air circulation, and root room remain sufficient.
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
Trucker’s Favorite tomato sandwich — Rinse a sound fruit, remove the stem, and cut into thick slices. Arrange on bread with lettuce cheese and a thin layer of mayonnaise. Salt immediately before closing the sandwich. Keep ingredients cold and refrigerate leftovers within two hours. Do not eat tomato leaves or stems and discard mouldy slimy deeply split or abnormal-smelling fruit.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
When should Trucker’s Favorite be sown and transplanted in Quebec?
Sow indoors March through April approximately six to eight weeks before planned transplanting. Place seed 0.5 cm deep, maintain 21–27°C, and keep mix moist; emergence generally takes 7–14 days. Provide intense light, pot seedlings up, and harden gradually. Transplant only after last frost once soil is warm and nights are sufficiently mild.
What support should be provided for Trucker Favorite?
Provide sturdy support from planting time because this tomato produces large fruit able to bend branches. A reinforced tall cage, strong trellis, or several stakes work well. Tie stems progressively with soft ties without constricting them. Consistent support improves airflow, keeps fruit clean, and makes it easier to monitor them through ripening.
When should Trucker’s Favorite tomatoes be harvested?
Generally harvest around 75 to 85 days after transplanting once fruit has developed red colour and yields slightly to gentle pressure. A green area may remain at the shoulders and colour varies with sunlight. Support each fruit and cut the stem with a clean tool. Pick progressively, bring developed fruit indoors before frost, and discard mouldy slimy or deeply split fruit.
Can Trucker’s Favorite be grown in a container?
Yes. The workbook indicates culture in a large deep container without confirming exact dimensions. Use a stable pot with several drainage holes and airy compost-enriched mix. Place in full sun, install a cage or stake for loaded stems, check moisture daily during hot weather, water until it drains without standing water, and feed moderately according to label directions.
Can Trucker Favorite seed be saved?
Yes. This open-pollinated heirloom is suitable for seed saving. Choose a fully ripe, sound, true-to-type fruit from a vigorous plant. Briefly ferment the seeds, rinse them, then dry them completely before labelling and storing them cool and dry. Isolating a few flowers helps avoid occasional crossing with neighbouring tomatoes.
Wildlife and pets
Life,around your plants.
Supporting wildlife
Small yellow flowers may be visited by bumblebees and other bees able to vibrate the anthers and release pollen. Wind also contributes substantially to pollination, although active insect visitors can support consistent fruit set in the vegetable garden during bloom.
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