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Polar Star Tomato: Days to Maturity, Growth Habit & Growing Tips

Polar Star is an early determinate variety with slightly squat red fruit of 3 1/2 to 4 ounces.

Key facts

Days to maturity
60–65 days
Growth habit
Determinate
Listed for
United States

Overview

Polar Star is an early determinate variety with slightly squat red fruit of 3 1/2 to 4 ounces. Like other Polar types it is aimed at cold, short summers.

Polar Star traits

  • Early determinate
  • Slightly squat red fruit of 3 1/2 to 4 oz
  • Suited to cool climates

Good for

  • Short-season gardens
  • Fresh eating

Compare with other tomato varieties

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VarietyDays to maturityGrowth habitType
Polar Star this page60–65 daysDeterminate—
Duchess60–65 daysDeterminate—
First Pick60 daysDeterminate—
Milano Plum60–65 daysDeterminate—
New Sun60 daysDeterminate—
Orange Blossom60 daysDeterminate—
Rocket60–65 daysDeterminate—

Polar Star FAQ

What kind of tomato is Polar Star?

Polar Star is an early determinate variety with slightly squat red fruit of 3 1/2 to 4 ounces. Like other Polar types it is aimed at cold, short summers.

How many days to maturity is Polar Star?

Polar Star is listed at 60–65 days. Sowing and planting times are the same as for other tomato varieties, so check them in the tomato growing guide.

How does Polar Star compare with other tomato varieties?

Polar Star: 60–65 days, determinate. Similar tomato varieties include Duchess (60–65 days), First Pick (60 days), Milano Plum (60–65 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.

What is Polar Star good for?

Polar Star is grown for short-season gardens, fresh eating.

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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