Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Chef's Choice Orange Tomato, Solanum lycopersicum, produces orange beefsteak tomatoes that are ready early in the season. This indeterminate variety is a hybrid derived from an heirloom, so you get the best of a classic. The firm tomatoes have a sweet, mild flavor and are tasty when fresh, but the intense color does not change when cooked, making this variety excellent for use in sauces and soups. The average tomato weighs 12 ounces, but some can tip the scales at 1 pound. The Chef's Choice Orange Tomato is disease resistant, increasing the odds of a successful crop.
Chef's Choice Orange Tomato Care
Plant Chef's Choice Orange Tomato plants in full sun. At least 6 hours of daylight is necessary for these plants to thrive and produce an abundant harvest. Use rich, moist, and well-drained soil with a slightly acidic pH. Space plants 15 to 18 inches apart. The Chef's Choice Orange Tomato plant stands 5 feet tall. Staking is not required, but these plants can grow rather tall, and using tomato cages or a trellis will keep the plants up off the ground and make harvesting easy.
Growing Chef's Choice Orange Tomato
Start plants indoors in the spring. Move plants outdoors after there is no longer a chance of frost or chilly temperatures. Tomatoes are ready to pick in 120 from sowing or 75 days after transplant. One plant can produce up to 20 tomatoes.
The Chef's Choice Orange Tomato grows well in a container. Use a pot that is 16 inches wide and has drainage.
Watering Chef's Choice Orange Tomato
Water when the top layer of the soil is dry. The Chef's Choice Orange Tomato can handle dry conditions, but moist soil supports the best fruit development. During hot weather, plants may need water as often as daily, especially those growing in containers.
Feeding Chef's Choice Orange Tomato
Apply fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season. Use a product intended for tomatoes or something low in nitrogen.
Chef's Choice Orange Tomato Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 9 |
| Plant Type: Annuals |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 5 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 18 24 Inches |
| Spacing: 15 - 18 Inches |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Yellow |
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| Bloom Period: |
| Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Dark Green |
| Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Disease |
| Tolerates: Heat |
| Attracts: Bees |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Containers, Mass Planting |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Low Maintenance |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Chef's Choice Orange Tomato |
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| Scientific Name: Solanum lycopersicum |
- SKU:
- 123PLA1618-npn
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
3.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
~1.42 quarts
Also Known As:
4.25" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.93"H x 4.25"W
Volume:
~1.56 pints
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
~1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
~2.26-3.73 quarts
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We want your plants to arrive in great condition! If you notice any issues upon delivery, contact us within 3 days.
All annuals, houseplants & vegetables, we provide a 30-day warranty to ensure that your plants thrive.
Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 31th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.
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This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states.
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