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- Days to maturity
- About 74 days
- Growth habit
- Semi-determinate
- Listed for
- United States
Overview
Rutgers 250 is an updated take on the classic Jersey tomato, released as an improvement on the original Rutgers. It is open-pollinated and semi-determinate, with 10-ounce fruit that is firmer and more brightly colored than the old strain, and the plants are more productive. Harvest comes at about 74 days. A good choice for gardeners who want the Rutgers flavor tradition with better fruit quality.
Rutgers 250 traits
- Open-pollinated improvement on the original Rutgers
- Semi-determinate plants
- Fruit about 10 ounces, firmer with enhanced color
- More productive than the original
- About 74 days to harvest
Good for
- Fresh slicing
- Canning
- Sandwiches
Compare with other tomato varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rutgers 250 this page | About 74 days | Semi-determinate | — |
| Black Russian | 75 days | Semi-determinate | — |
| Firminio's Plum | 75 days | Semi-determinate | — |
| Marglobe | 75 days | Semi-determinate | — |
| Sebring | 76 days | Semi-determinate | — |
| Super Tasty | 70 days | Semi-determinate | — |
| Ukrainian Heart | 70 days | Semi-determinate | — |
Rutgers 250 FAQ
What kind of tomato is Rutgers 250?
Rutgers 250 is an updated take on the classic Jersey tomato, released as an improvement on the original Rutgers. It is open-pollinated and semi-determinate, with 10-ounce fruit that is firmer and more brightly colored than the old strain, and the plants are more productive.
How many days to maturity is Rutgers 250?
Rutgers 250 is listed at About 74 days. Sowing and planting times are the same as for other tomato varieties, so check them in the tomato growing guide.
How does Rutgers 250 compare with other tomato varieties?
Rutgers 250: About 74 days, semi-determinate. Similar tomato varieties include Black Russian (75 days), Firminio's Plum (75 days), Marglobe (75 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is Rutgers 250 good for?
Rutgers 250 is grown for fresh slicing, canning, sandwiches.
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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