Enjoy sweet, bite-size harvests with Ruby Crush, a versatile determinate grape-type cherry tomato for containers, open fields and greenhouses. Strong, compact plants produce solid, oval fruit averaging about 15 grams, with well-balanced sugary-acid flavor and excellent cracking resistance. Good leaf cover helps shield fruit from sun damage. Expect approximately 60 days from transplant to maturity, depending on growing conditions. Each packet contains 10 non-GMO hybrid seeds.

Germination Rate: 85%. Test Date: 2/26. PARA.

Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 75%

Why Choose Ruby Crush Tomato?

• Sweet, Balanced Flavor: Sugary-acid balance makes these small tomatoes useful for fresh snacking, salads and roasted dishes.
• Oval Grape-Type Fruit: Solid fruit averages approximately 15 grams, a convenient size for serving whole or halved.
• Excellent Cracking Resistance: A useful fruit-quality trait, though consistent watering remains important.
• Compact, Determinate Plants: Strong plants adapt to containers and field growing with modest support.
• Protective Leaf Cover: Good foliage cover helps reduce direct sun exposure on developing fruit.
• Quick Maturity: Approximately 60 days from transplant allows an early start to harvesting under suitable conditions.

Disease Resistance

• High Resistance (HR): Fol:1,2 / For / ToMV:0-2
• Intermediate Resistance (IR): Sbl / Sl / Ss

Resistance is not immunity. These claims apply to the listed diseases and races or strains, not every tomato disease. Learn how to interpret the abbreviations in our Disease Resistance Codes Chart.

Planting Tips for Success

• Timing: Start indoors approximately 6–8 weeks before transplanting. Harden off seedlings and plant outdoors after frost danger has passed and conditions have warmed.
• Sowing: Sow about 1/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix. Keep evenly moist without waterlogging and provide bright light after emergence.
• Sun and Soil: Choose full sun and fertile, well-drained soil amended with finished compost.
• Containers: Use a generously sized container with drainage holes and quality potting mix. Check moisture frequently as container soil can dry quickly.
• Spacing: Allow approximately 24–36 inches between supported plants, with room for airflow and harvesting.
• Support: Install a standard tomato cage or approximately 2-foot fence or trellis early to keep branches supported.
• Watering: Water deeply at soil level and maintain consistent moisture. Mulch after soil warms to reduce moisture swings and soil splash.
• Fertilizing: Follow soil-test recommendations and fertilizer label directions. Avoid excessive nitrogen that favors foliage over fruit.
• Pruning and Monitoring: Avoid heavy pruning of determinate plants and retain healthy leaf cover. Inspect regularly for pests and disease.
• Harvesting: Begin checking for ripe fruit around 60 days after transplanting. Actual timing varies with temperature, light and care.

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Cooking Methods

• Fresh: Enjoy harvested fruit as a snack or halve for salads and grain bowls.
• Roasted: Toss whole or halved tomatoes with olive oil and herbs, then roast for pasta or toast.
• Sautéed: Cook briefly with garlic until the skins begin to soften and the juices form a light sauce.
• Baked: Add halved tomatoes to vegetable bakes or savory tarts.
• Preserved: Use a tested home-canning recipe for shelf-stable preservation, not an ordinary fresh recipe.

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Nutritional Information

The existing generic raw red tomato reference is retained below; it is not a Ruby Crush-specific nutrient analysis. Values apply to harvested fruit, not planting seeds. A medium-tomato reference serving, not one small Ruby Crush tomato, provides approximately:

• Calories: 22
• Total Fat: 0.3 gram (0% Daily Value)
• Sodium: 6 milligrams (0% Daily Value)
• Total Carbohydrates: 4.8 grams (2% Daily Value)
• Dietary Fiber: 1.5 grams (5% Daily Value)
• Total Sugars: 3.2 grams
• Protein: 1.1 grams
• Vitamin A: 75 micrograms RAE (8% Daily Value)
• Vitamin C: 16.9 milligrams (19% Daily Value)
• Potassium: 292 milligrams (6% Daily Value)

% Daily Value is based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Nutrition values are approximate and vary with serving size, growing conditions and preparation.

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Ruby Crush is a determinate hybrid grape-type cherry tomato. Fruit weight, maturity and yield vary with growing conditions. Saved hybrid seed may not produce plants true to the parent variety.
• Seed Storage: Keep unused seeds sealed in a cool, dry place away from heat, moisture and direct sunlight.
• Planting Zones: Grow as a warm-season annual. Use local frost dates and soil temperatures to choose planting times.
• Edible Portion: Recipes use harvested tomato fruit, not foliage or the planting seeds in this packet.

Garlic-Parmesan Roasted Ruby Crush Tomatoes

Use harvested Ruby Crush tomatoes for this savory side dish, not the planting seeds in the packet. Serves 4. Preparation: 10 minutes. Cooking: 15–20 minutes.

Ingredients

• 1 pound harvested Ruby Crush tomatoes, halved lengthwise
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup plain breadcrumbs
• 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, divided
• 1/8 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Heat the oven to 400°F. Lightly oil a rimmed baking dish.
2. Wash tomatoes under running water and dry. Halve lengthwise and arrange cut-side up in the baking dish.
3. Drizzle with olive oil. Mix Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic, 1 tablespoon parsley, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
4. Scatter the topping over the tomatoes. Roast for 15–20 minutes until the tomatoes soften and the topping is lightly golden. Watch closely near the end to avoid burning.
5. Rest for 3 minutes, sprinkle with remaining parsley and serve warm.

Serving and Storage

Serve with cooked beans, grilled chicken or a simple pasta dish. Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 90°F. Use within 3–4 days and reheat to 165°F. Contains milk and wheat unless suitable substitutes are used.

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