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Manitoba Tomato: Days to Maturity, Growth Habit & Growing Tips

Manitoba was released in 1956 by the experimental farm at Morden, Manitoba, from (Marglobe x Bounty) x Redskin, for the southern Canadian prairies.

Key facts

Days to maturity
66 days
Growth habit
Determinate
Listed for
United States

Overview

Manitoba was released in 1956 by the experimental farm at Morden, Manitoba, from (Marglobe x Bounty) x Redskin, for the southern Canadian prairies. Determinate plants bear medium-large, smooth crimson fruit of 3 to 4 inches. Early, about 66 days, and a fit for short northern seasons.

Manitoba traits

  • Smooth crimson fruit of 3 to 4 inches
  • Determinate plants
  • Bred for the Canadian prairies
  • Early, about 66 days

Good for

  • Short-season gardens
  • Fresh slicing

Compare with other tomato varieties

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VarietyDays to maturityGrowth habitType
Manitoba this page66 daysDeterminate—
Acclaim65 daysDeterminate—
Bush Champion65 daysDeterminate—
Bush Early Girl65 daysDeterminate—
Bush Steak65 daysDeterminate—
Fresh Salsa65–75 daysDeterminate—
Neptune67 daysDeterminate—

Manitoba FAQ

What kind of tomato is Manitoba?

Manitoba was released in 1956 by the experimental farm at Morden, Manitoba, from (Marglobe x Bounty) x Redskin, for the southern Canadian prairies. Determinate plants bear medium-large, smooth crimson fruit of 3 to 4 inches.

How many days to maturity is Manitoba?

Manitoba is listed at 66 days. Sowing and planting times are the same as for other tomato varieties, so check them in the tomato growing guide.

How does Manitoba compare with other tomato varieties?

Manitoba: 66 days, determinate. Similar tomato varieties include Acclaim (65 days), Bush Champion (65 days), Bush Early Girl (65 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.

What is Manitoba good for?

Manitoba is grown for short-season gardens, fresh slicing.

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.

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.

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