The VR Moscow Tomato was created by Utah State University to thrive in vast intermountain regions, and named after Moscow, Idaho. Vigorous vines produce very respectable 1-2 lb. fruits that are a vivid red. This very robust beefsteak slicer with thick walls and juicy flesh offers voluptuous, rich, old-fashioned tomato flavor. A valuable recipe ingredient for canning, pastes, and sauces, and viscerally responsive to salt and pepper.

• High yields
• Old-fashioned tomato flavor
• Good fresh or cooked
• VR = verticillium-wilt resistant

SEED PLANTING INFO

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Determinate, tomato cage support, no pruning 
• Tomato size: Large
• Depth to plant seeds: .25" deep
• Spacing between plants: 24"-36" apart
• Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-95F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 3 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 80-90 days

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Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper

• Smooth round roots, 4 to 6 inches across are purple on top and white below
  
  - Flesh is white, mild, and crisp. Stores well
  
  - Extremely healthy and nutritious
  
  - Very easy to grow
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 55 days

Watermelon, Black Diamond (100% Heirloom/Non-Hybrid/Non-GMO)

• Popular large heirloom watermelon with semi-oval shape than can weigh up to 30 lbs.
  
  - Dark green, tough rind
  
  - Bright red, firm and very sweet flesh
  
  - Thick vines provide lots of sunburn protection
  
  
• Day to Maturity | 90 days
  
  
• Best Months to Plant  |  [April - June]  Watermelons are heat-loving plants that need lots of sun. They grow on a long vine, so make sure to give them plenty of space to roam around.

• Cal Sweet is one of the sweetest tasting and most popular watermelon varieties available
  
  
• A commercial grower favorite - sells well at farmers markets
  
  
• Dark green stripes on the exterior with bright red flesh
  
  
• Grows to appx. 35 lbs
  
  
• Perfect-sized watermelon for any-sized backyard
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 90 days
  
  
• Watermelons are heat-loving plants that need lots of sun. They grow on a long vine, so make sure to give them plenty of space to roam around.

    

• When you think of watermelons, this is probably what you're thinking. Crimson Sweet is one of the sweetest tasting and most popular watermelon varieties available
  
  - Grows to appx. 25 lbs
  
  - Light and dark green stripes and dark red inside
  
  - Perfect-sized watermelon for any-sized backyard
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 85 days
  
  
• Best Months to Plant  |  [April - June]  Watermelons are heat-loving plants that need lots of sun. They grow on a long vine, so make sure to give them plenty of space to roam around.
  
  

• The Jubilee is a very long shaped watermelon
  
  
• Deep red flesh
  
  
• Grows up to appx. 40 lbs
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 90 days
  
  
• Watermelons are heat-loving plants that need lots of sun. They grow on a long vine, so make sure to give them plenty of space to roam around.

    

• The Moon & Stars Watermelon dark green rind and bright yellow spots.
  
  - Yellow spots are very unique and can be small or large in size. 
  
  - All American classic heirloom watermelon.
  
  
• Deep red flesh.
  
  
• Grows over 40 lbs!
  
  
• Day to Maturity | 90 days
  
  
• Watermelons are heat-loving plants that need lots of sun. They grow on a long vine, so make sure to give them plenty of space to roam around. 

• The Moon & Stars Watermelon dark green rind and bright yellow spots
  
  - Yellow spots are very unique and can be small or large in size
  
  - All American classic heirloom watermelon
  
  
• Deep yellow flesh
  
  
• Grows over 40 lbs
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 90 days
  
  
• Watermelons are heat-loving plants that need lots of sun. They grow on a long vine, so make sure to give them plenty of space to roam around.

    

• Popular and early "Icebox" variety produces uniform 8" round heirloom watermelons
  
  - Each fruit weighs appx. 8 - 12 lb
  
  - Drought resistant variety
  
  - Thrives in hot temperatures and direct sun
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 75 days
   
• Best Months to Plant  |  [April - June]  Watermelons are heat-loving plants that need lots of sun. They grow on a long vine, so make sure to give them plenty of space to roam around.
  

• The Tendersweet Watermelon is a classic heirloom variety with dark orange flesh
  
  - Very sweet and delicious
  
  
• Grows up to 35 lbs!
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 90 days
  
  
• Watermelons are heat-loving plants that need lots of sun. They grow on a long vine, so make sure to give them plenty of space to roam around.

    

Wheat (Organic), Hard Red

• Hard, brownish, high-protein wheat used for bread and hard baked goods.
  
  - Bread Flour and high-gluten flours are commonly made from.
  
  - Certified Organic.
  
  
• Day to Maturity | 75 days

NOTE:  THIS PRODUCT CANNOT BE SHIPPED TO CANADA.

• Wormwood is a very bitter plant with a long history of use as a medicinal herb
  
  - Acts as a natural wasp repellant - many people plant wormwood as a garden border
  
  - It is valued especially for its tonic effect on the liver, gallbladder and digestive system
  
  - It is an extremely useful medicine for those with weak and under-active digestion
  
  - It is known to increase stomach acid and bile production, improving digestion along with the absorption of nutrients
  
  
• Days to Maturity | 65 days

Additional Details

Wormwood also eases wind and bloating and, if taken regularly, helps the body return to full vitality after a prolonged illness.  Use with caution, the plant should be taken internally in small doses for short-term treatment only, preferably under the supervision of a qualified practitioner. It should not be prescribed for children or pregnant women.

Yarrow, Medicinal Herb (100% Heirloom/Non-Hybrid/Non-GMO)

• Yarrow has a high reputation and is widely employed in herbal medicine, administered both internally and externally. It is used in the treatment of a very wide range of disorders but is particularly valuable for treating wounds, stopping the flow of blood, treating colds, fevers, kidney diseases, menstrual pain etc.
• Day to Maturity | 65 days