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- Days to maturity
- 80 days
- Growth habit
- Indeterminate
- Listed for
- United States
Overview
Big Zac is a giant among tomatoes, a hybrid made by crossing two heirlooms and grown by people chasing record weights. The glossy red, flattened fruits routinely reach 4 to 6 pounds when the plant is pruned to a few fruits and fed well. The vines are indeterminate and need a very strong stake or cage to carry that load, plus steady water to limit cracking. It ripens in the main season, around 80 days, and is as much a garden showpiece as a kitchen tomato.
Big Zac traits
- Indeterminate vines needing very sturdy support
- Huge glossy red fruit of 4 to 6 lb
- Flattened shape
- Hybrid cross of two heirlooms
- Main season, about 80 days
Good for
- Giant tomato competitions
- Fresh slicing
- Garden showpiece
Compare with other tomato varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Zac this page | 80 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Allerbest | 80 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Aunt Ruby's German Green | 80–85 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Basinga | 80 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Beefmaster | 80 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Beefsteak | 80–96 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Big Mama | 80 days | Indeterminate | — |
Big Zac FAQ
What kind of tomato is Big Zac?
Big Zac is a giant among tomatoes, a hybrid made by crossing two heirlooms and grown by people chasing record weights. The glossy red, flattened fruits routinely reach 4 to 6 pounds when the plant is pruned to a few fruits and fed well.
How many days to maturity is Big Zac?
Big Zac is listed at 80 days. Sowing and planting times are the same as for other tomato varieties, so check them in the tomato growing guide.
How does Big Zac compare with other tomato varieties?
Big Zac: 80 days, indeterminate. Similar tomato varieties include Allerbest (80 days), Aunt Ruby's German Green (80–85 days), Basinga (80 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is Big Zac good for?
Big Zac is grown for giant tomato competitions, fresh slicing, garden showpiece.
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
- All 666 tomato varieties
Source
Source: Cornell University (CALS Garden-Based Learning)
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