Bring a classic garden tomato to your table with Porter Plum Tomato. This non-GMO heirloom produces pink plum-shaped fruit on indeterminate vines. Enjoy the harvested tomatoes sliced fresh, tossed into salsa, or roasted for an easy garden side dish. Each packet contains 100 seeds.

Germination Rate: 80%. Test Date: 1/26. WILL.

Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 75%

Why Choose Porter Plum Tomato?

• Pink plum fruit: A colorful choice for fresh salads, sandwiches, and chopped tomato recipes.
• Indeterminate habit: Vines grow through the frost-free season and benefit from sturdy support and regular harvesting.
• Kitchen versatility: Use ripe fruit fresh or cook it into sauces and roasted dishes.
• Heirloom, open-pollinated variety: Seed saving is possible when flowers are protected from unwanted crossing and seeds are properly processed.
• 100 non-GMO seeds: Start plants for your home garden and share extra seedlings.

Planting Tips for Success

• Start indoors: Sow about 6–8 weeks before your expected last frost, approximately 1/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix. Keep evenly moist, not waterlogged.
• Light and transplanting: Give seedlings bright light. Harden off gradually and transplant after frost danger has passed and the soil has warmed.
• Sun and soil: Choose at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight and well-drained soil amended with finished compost.
• Spacing and support: Space plants about 24–36 inches apart with room between rows. Install a sturdy cage, stake, or trellis at planting.
• Water and mulch: Water consistently at soil level. Mulch to conserve moisture and reduce soil splash, leaving space around stems.
• Fertilizer: Follow soil-test recommendations and fertilizer label directions. Avoid excessive nitrogen that favors foliage over fruit.
• Plant health: Maintain airflow, inspect for pests, and remove damaged foliage as needed. Extreme temperatures can reduce fruit set.
• Harvest: Pick when fruit develops its mature pink color and yields slightly to gentle pressure. Timing and production vary with growing conditions.

Why Choose David's Garden Seeds®?

• Veteran-Owned: Supplying premium seeds since 2009.
• GO TEXAN Certified: Supporting local agriculture and communities.
• Integrity Pledge: David's Garden Seeds has taken the Seed Integrity Pledge.
• Vegetable Seed License: David's Garden Seeds has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.

Cooking Methods

• Fresh: Slice or dice ripe tomatoes for salads, sandwiches, and pico de gallo.
• Roasted: Halve and roast with olive oil, garlic, and herbs to concentrate their flavor.
• Sauces: Simmer chopped tomatoes for pasta sauce, adjusting cooking time to your preferred thickness.
• Preserving: Follow a current tested preservation recipe, including its required acidification and processing instructions.

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Nutritional Information

Generic raw tomato estimates, not a Porter-specific analysis. Applies to harvested fruit, not planting seeds. Per medium tomato, approximately 123 grams.

• Calories: Approximately 22.
• Total Fat: Approximately 0.2 grams.
• Sodium: Approximately 6 milligrams.
• Total Carbohydrate: Approximately 4.8 grams.
• Dietary Fiber: Approximately 1.5 grams.
• Total Sugars: Approximately 3.2 grams.
• Protein: Approximately 1.1 grams.
• Vitamin C: Approximately 17 milligrams, or 19% Daily Value.
• Potassium: Approximately 292 milligrams, or 6% Daily Value.

% Daily Value is based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Values vary with fruit size and growing conditions.

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Fruit size, color, harvest timing, and yield vary with climate and gardening practices. Images are illustrative.
• Seed Storage: Keep seeds cool, dry, and protected from light. If refrigerated in an airtight container, let the sealed container warm before opening to reduce condensation.
• Planting Zones: Grow as a frost-tender warm-season annual. Use local frost dates and extension guidance rather than hardiness zone alone to plan planting.

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Porter Tomato Pico de Gallo

Use ripe harvested Porter tomatoes, not the planting seeds in this packet. Makes about 3 cups, or 6 servings.

Ingredients

• 2 cups diced ripe Porter tomatoes
• 1/2 cup finely diced white onion
• 1 small jalapeno, stemmed and finely chopped; remove seeds and membranes for less heat
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
• Tortilla chips, for serving

Directions

1. Wash the tomatoes, jalapeno, and cilantro. Dice the tomatoes and drain excess liquid briefly if desired.
2. Combine tomatoes, onion, jalapeno, and cilantro in a bowl.
3. Stir in lime juice and salt. Let stand for 10 minutes, then taste and adjust seasoning.
4. Serve with tortilla chips or spoon over tacos. Refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container and use within 2–3 days. This is a fresh salsa, not a canning recipe.