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Tomato - Get Stuffed

Tomato - Get Stuffed

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Minimum Seed Count: 15

 

Get Stuffed produces large, hollow fruits with thick, meaty walls and very few seeds, making them perfect for filling with your favorite ingredients. Their unique bell pepper-like shape sets them apart from traditional tomatoes, while their rich tomato flavor makes them just as delicious fresh as they are baked. This productive heirloom is a favorite for gardeners who love growing vegetables that are as functional as they are unique.

Plant Details

  • Species: Solanum lycopersicum
  • Plant Type: Indeterminate
  • Days to Maturity: 80–90 days from transplant
  • Fruit Size: Large, typically 4–6 ounces
  • Fruit Color: Bright red
  • Growth Habit: Vigorous vines reaching 6–8 feet or more

Growing Guide

Starting Seeds

  • Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before your last expected frost date.
  • Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in seed-starting mix.
  • Maintain soil temperatures between 70–80°F.
  • Germination typically occurs within 5–10 days.

Transplanting

  • Harden off seedlings for 7–10 days before planting outdoors.
  • Transplant after all danger of frost has passed.
  • Space plants 24–36 inches apart.

Growing Conditions

  • Full sun (8+ hours daily)
  • Rich, fertile, well-drained soil
  • Consistent watering throughout the growing season
  • Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds

Care

  • Provide sturdy cages, stakes, or trellises.
  • Fertilize regularly throughout the season.
  • Prune suckers if desired to improve airflow and fruit production.
  • Water deeply and consistently to reduce fruit cracking.

Harvesting

  • Harvest when fruits are fully red and slightly soft to the touch.
  • Pick regularly to encourage continued production.
  • Slice off the top, scoop out any remaining seed cavities, and stuff with your favorite fillings.

History

Get Stuffed is a modern heirloom-style stuffing tomato selected specifically for its unique hollow interior and thick walls. Inspired by traditional Italian stuffing tomatoes, it offers gardeners a productive variety that combines excellent flavor with a shape perfectly suited for creative cooking.

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