Dakota Sport Tomato

Dakota Sport Tomato: Superior Flavor in a Bright Red Slicer

The Dakota Sport Tomato is a standout heirloom variety, celebrated for its superior flavor and bright red, medium-sized fruits. Developed by David Podoll in North Dakota from the Crimson Sprinter variety, this indeterminate tomato offers thin-skinned, crack-resistant fruits perfect for slicing and fresh eating.

• Bright Red, Medium Slicing Tomatoes:
  • Produces 5-7 ounce, bright red, medium-sized slicing tomatoes.
  • Thin-skinned and crack-resistant, ensuring high-quality fruits.
  • The glossy appearance adds to its visual appeal.
• Superior Flavor:
  • Developed for its exceptional taste, making it a favorite for fresh eating.
  • Offers a rich, balanced tomato flavor, enhancing salads and sandwiches.
• Indeterminate Growth and High Yields:
  • Indeterminate plants produce a continuous harvest throughout the growing season.
  • Requires staking or caging for support.
• Heirloom Variety with Unique Qualities:
  • Open-pollinated and heirloom, allowing for seed saving and future generations of plants.
  • Developed in North Dakota, showcasing its adaptability to various climates.
• Growing Information:
  • Type: Heirloom, Indeterminate, Slicing Tomato.
  • Fruit Size: 5-7 oz.
  • Fruit Color: Bright red.
  • Flavor: Superior, rich.
  • Maturity: 65-75 days from transplant.
  • Sowing: Sow transplant seedlings indoors in September.
  • Seed Depth: 1/4 inch.
  • Germination: 7-12 days.
  • Planting: Transplant outdoors with 36-48 inch spacing between plants in rows 4-6 feet apart.
  • Sun Exposure: Full sun.
• Harvesting and Culinary Use:
  • Harvest when fruits are fully ripe and yield slightly to gentle pressure.
  • Excellent for slicing, salads, sandwiches, and fresh eating.