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- Days to maturity
- 69–80 days
- Growth habit
- Indeterminate
- Listed for
- United States
Overview
Scarlet Topper, better known as 'Pritchard', was developed by the USDA around 1930. On indeterminate vines it produces bright red fruit of medium to large size in the main season, and the variety is described as disease resistant. It later served as a parent of other varieties. Stake or cage the vines.
Scarlet Topper traits
- USDA introduction from about 1930, also called Pritchard
- Indeterminate vines
- Bright red fruit, medium to large
- Disease resistant
- Main-season maturity
Good for
- Fresh slicing
- Canning
Compare with other tomato varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scarlet Topper this page | 69–80 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Bisignano #2 | 69–80 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Break O' Day | 69–80 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Carbon | 69–80 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Duggin White | 69–80 days | Indeterminate | — |
| German Lunchbox | 69–80 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Golden Treasure UR | 69–80 days | Indeterminate | — |
Scarlet Topper FAQ
What kind of tomato is Scarlet Topper?
Scarlet Topper, better known as 'Pritchard', was developed by the USDA around 1930. On indeterminate vines it produces bright red fruit of medium to large size in the main season, and the variety is described as disease resistant.
How many days to maturity is Scarlet Topper?
Scarlet Topper is listed at 69–80 days. Sowing and planting times are the same as for other tomato varieties, so check them in the tomato growing guide.
How does Scarlet Topper compare with other tomato varieties?
Scarlet Topper: 69–80 days, indeterminate. Similar tomato varieties include Bisignano #2 (69–80 days), Break O' Day (69–80 days), Carbon (69–80 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is Scarlet Topper good for?
Scarlet Topper is grown for fresh slicing, canning.
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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