{"product_id":"tomato-virginia-sweets","title":"Tomato - Virginia Sweets","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Seed Count: 15\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"493\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"31\" data-end=\"99\"\u003eFew tomatoes can match the beauty and flavor of Virginia Sweets.\u003c\/strong\u003e This beloved heirloom produces large, golden-yellow beefsteak tomatoes marbled with vibrant red streaks throughout the flesh. The fruits are not only stunning when sliced but are also renowned for their exceptionally sweet, rich flavor with very low acidity. If you're looking for a tomato that combines old-fashioned taste with breathtaking appearance, Virginia Sweets is a must-grow variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"513\"\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"789\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"562\"\u003eSpecies: \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eSolanum lycopersicum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"590\"\u003ePlant Type: Indeterminate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"637\"\u003eDays to Maturity: 80–90 days from transplant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"685\"\u003eFruit Size: Large beefsteak, often 1–2 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"732\"\u003eFruit Color: Golden-yellow with red marbling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"789\"\u003eGrowth Habit: Vigorous vines reaching 6–8 feet or more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"808\"\u003eGrowing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"829\"\u003eStarting Seeds\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"1040\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"899\"\u003eStart seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before your last expected frost date.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"945\"\u003eSow seeds ¼ inch deep in seed-starting mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"991\"\u003eMaintain soil temperatures between 70–80°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"992\" data-end=\"1040\"\u003eGermination typically occurs within 5–10 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1042\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003eTransplanting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003eHarden off seedlings for 7–10 days before planting outdoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003eTransplant after all danger of frost has passed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003eSpace plants 24–36 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1262\"\u003eFull sun (8+ hours daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003eRich, fertile, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003eConsistent watering throughout the growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003eMulch to conserve moisture and reduce weeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003eCare\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1653\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003eProvide sturdy cages, stakes, or trellises to support the large fruits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1525\"\u003eFertilize regularly throughout the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003ePrune suckers if desired to improve airflow and fruit size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1653\"\u003eDeep watering helps prevent blossom-end rot and fruit cracking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1898\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1763\"\u003eHarvest when fruits develop their rich golden color and yield slightly to gentle pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1814\"\u003eLarge fruits may require support as they mature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1815\" data-end=\"1898\"\u003eBest enjoyed fresh to appreciate their exceptional flavor and beautiful marbling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003eHistory\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"2286\"\u003eVirginia Sweets is an American heirloom tomato that has become famous for its massive fruits, gorgeous coloration, and outstanding sweetness. It is believed to have originated in Virginia, where gardeners preserved the variety for its superior flavor and impressive size. Today, it remains one of the most sought-after bicolor beefsteak tomatoes among heirloom enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beebe Seed Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49826850308335,"sku":null,"price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0707\/8451\/6335\/files\/80F764BC-CF79-4036-BF0D-EA51D1868EC2.jpg?v=1781909276","url":"https:\/\/beebeseeds.com\/products\/tomato-virginia-sweets","provider":"Beebe Seed Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}