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- Days to maturity
- 65–72 days
- Growth habit
- Indeterminate
- Listed for
- United States
Overview
Cosmonaut Volkov is a Ukrainian heirloom slicer from Dnipropetrovsk that came to America through the Seed Savers Exchange. It is open-pollinated and indeterminate, bearing slightly flattened globe fruit of 8 to 12 ounces, two to three inches, deep orange-red with green shoulders and a bright red interior. It is a dependable producer in cool conditions, which makes it useful for gardeners with short or mild summers. Stake or cage the vines and pick when the shoulders have colored.
Cosmonaut Volkov traits
- Indeterminate, open-pollinated vine
- Flattened globe fruit of 8 to 12 ounces
- Deep orange-red skin with green shoulders and red flesh
- Dependable in cool seasons
- Ukrainian heirloom via Seed Savers Exchange
Good for
- Fresh slicing
- Sandwiches
- Cool-climate gardens
Compare with other tomato varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmonaut Volkov this page | 65–72 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Berkeley Pink Tie Dye | About 65 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Bulls Heart | 65–80 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Cobra | 65–72 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Crimson Sprinter | 65–75 days | Indeterminate | — |
| First Lady | 65 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Golden Queen | 65 days | Indeterminate | — |
Cosmonaut Volkov FAQ
What kind of tomato is Cosmonaut Volkov?
Cosmonaut Volkov is a Ukrainian heirloom slicer from Dnipropetrovsk that came to America through the Seed Savers Exchange. It is open-pollinated and indeterminate, bearing slightly flattened globe fruit of 8 to 12 ounces, two to three inches, deep orange-red with green shoulders and a bright red interior.
How many days to maturity is Cosmonaut Volkov?
Cosmonaut Volkov is listed at 65–72 days. Sowing and planting times are the same as for other tomato varieties, so check them in the tomato growing guide.
How does Cosmonaut Volkov compare with other tomato varieties?
Cosmonaut Volkov: 65–72 days, indeterminate. Similar tomato varieties include Berkeley Pink Tie Dye (About 65 days), Bulls Heart (65–80 days), Cobra (65–72 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is Cosmonaut Volkov good for?
Cosmonaut Volkov is grown for fresh slicing, sandwiches, cool-climate gardens.
Sowing, care and common problems
Sowing times, care and common problems are the same for every tomato variety, so they are covered once in the growing guide.
- Tomato growing guide
- How to Plant Tomatoes: Choosing Transplants and Planting Depth
- How to Prune Tomatoes: Removing Suckers, Tying In and Topping
- How Often to Water and Feed Tomato Plants
- Tomato Growing Calendar: What to Do Month by Month
- Tomato Problems: Blossom End Rot, Splitting, Blight and Wilt
- When to Pick Tomatoes and How to Store Them
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Source
Source: Cornell University (CALS Garden-Based Learning)
The text on this page is our own summary written from the published variety record, not a copy of it.