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Original Blue Ribbon Hybrid VFFNTASt Tomato
$4.50
Packet - 25 to 30 Seeds
Flat $7.99 shipping
Germination guaranteed
Non-GMO
Quick Facts
Days to Maturity71 days
SunlightFull Sun
Spacing18–36 in.
Germination5–10 days
Growing Information
Growing Original Blue Ribbon Hybrid VFFNTASt Tomato
Original Blue Ribbon Hybrid Tomato Seeds deliver one of the best modern large-fruited tomatoes available, bred to rival the legendary Goliath in both flavor and size. Introduced in 2013 and refined ever since, this improved strain produces smoother, rounder, and more uniform fruits with virtually no blossom scars—each one weighing 10 to 15 ounces and packed with classic, rich tomato flavor. Many growers describe it as “the ultimate home-garden tomato,” boasting a taste even better than Big Beef.
Maturing in about 71 days, the vigorous indeterminate vines thrive in full sun, producing consistent, heavy yields of blemish-free, glossy red fruits. This hybrid’s outstanding adaptability makes it a standout performer in various climates, from northern gardens to hot southern summers. The broad disease resistance package—covering Verticillium Wilt, Fusarium Wilt (Races 1 and 2), Nematodes, Tobacco Mosaic Virus, Alternaria Stem Canker, and Stemphylium Gray Leaf Spot—keeps plants healthy and productive for a long harvest window.
If you want a large, flavorful slicer with beauty, strength, and reliability, Original Blue Ribbon Hybrid Tomato Seeds are a must. Its exceptional flavor, smooth fruit, and durability make it one of the best all-around hybrids for gardeners who demand premium quality.
Days to Maturity: 71 Days
Sow Method: Start Indoors
Sowing Depth: ¼ Inch
Plant Spacing: 24 Inches
Sun Exposure: Full Sun
Plant Height: 3–5 Feet
Fruit Size: 10–15 Ounces
Growth Habit: Indeterminate
Disease Resistance: Verticillium Wilt, Fusarium Wilt (Races 1 and 2), Nematodes, Tobacco Mosaic Virus, Alternaria Stem Canker, Stemphylium Gray Leaf Spot
Catalog Page: 11
How to start
Start Indoors
Sowing depth
¼ in.
Plant height
6–8 ft.
Botanical name
Solanum lycopersicum
Questions
FAQ
How should I start these seeds?
Recommended sow method: Start Indoors.
How deep should I sow the seeds?
Sow at a depth of ¼ in..
How long until they germinate?
Typical germination: 5–10 days.
How far apart should I space them?
Recommended spacing: 18–36 in..
How much sun do they need?
Recommended sun exposure: Full Sun.
What’s your germination guarantee?
We stand behind the germination quality of our seed. If you have a germination issue, contact our team and we'll help make it right.
Not sure when to plant in your area?
Planting dates depend on your local frost dates and growing zone.
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Original Blue Ribbon Hybrid VFFNTASt Tomato$4.50 · Packet - 25 to 30 Seeds
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What Gardeners Are Saying
C
germinated 90% very good seed.
E
I am only as far as the start of my indoor plant starting. Big red has given me a 100% germination rate. I have never grown these before, so far...excellent. Beefy Purple 40%, Big Red 20%, Yellow Pear 40%, Pondarosa 40%, Jalafuego Peppers 93.3%, Juliet and Cherokee Carbon 100%, and all others over 80% germination. All in all (excluding Beef Purple and Big Red) excellent germination rates. I have grown your tomatoes for four years now and have been extremely happy with the quality and production of your seeds. A quick note for anyone growing in a hot climate, such as California where I am. Start your plants in February indoors with heating pads (for germination) and under full spectrum grow lights. Get then in the ground early, because after late July it gets to hot for them to set fruit. At least that has been my experience. Good Luck
L
The Original Blue Ribbon tomatoes are the best tomatoes that we have ever eaten and everyone that I have shared them with have told me the same thing.
J
in 2-foot deep pots!
J
I first grew the blue ribbon tomatoes about 3 years ago and have grown them ever since. They are definitely a favorite and my mom and brother now include them in their tomato lineup too.