65 DAYS
Solanum lycopersicum
Charlie's Red Staker is an heirloom variety known for its larger smooth-skinned fruit and prolific yields. As an indeterminate tomato, it requires staking to support its vigorous growth and is perfect for gardeners looking to maximize their harvest in any space. With a reliable production of uniform fruit, this variety is ideal for fresh eating, sauces, and canning.
Size: Mature plants grow approximately 6 to 8 ft. tall with large, smooth fruit averaging 6 to 8 oz.
Yield: Prolific producer with high total yield throughout the season.
Taste: Rich, sweet flavour, making it perfect for fresh salads and cooking.
How to use: Enjoy fresh in salads, use in cooking, or preserve as sauces and salsas.
Planting tips: Sow seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost. Transplant outside in full sun and well-drained soil once the risk of frost has passed. Space plants about 24 to 36 in. apart when transplanting outdoors.
Harvest tips: Harvest when fruits are fully red and firm to the touch; pick regularly to encourage continued production.
