Arkansas Traveler Tomato is a prized heirloom slicing tomato renowned for its exceptional resilience in drought and high-heat conditions, making it an outstanding choice for Southern gardens and challenging climates. This indeterminate variety produces medium-sized, pink fruits celebrated for their complex, well-balanced flavor profile that distinguishes heirloom tomatoes from commercial hybrids. The vine growth habit ensures continuous production throughout the season, providing extended harvests rather than concentrated ripening. Maturing in approximately 89 days.

Germination Rate: 90%. Test Date: 2/25. TLM.

Why Choose Arkansas Traveler Tomatoes?

• Exceptional Heat & Drought Tolerance: Bred for the American South, Arkansas Traveler thrives where other varieties struggle — producing reliably even during peak summer heat and water-restricted conditions.
• Superior Heirloom Flavor: Pink fruits deliver a complex, well-balanced sweet-acid flavor profile that far surpasses commercial hybrid tomatoes.
• Continuous Harvest: Indeterminate growth means plants keep producing all season long rather than ripening all at once.
• Crack & Rot Resistant: Heat resilience prevents blossom-end rot and fruit cracking common in temperature-sensitive varieties.
• Heirloom Seed: Passed down through generations for at least 75 years for reliable, consistent harvests year after year.
• Non-GMO Seeds: Plants whose DNA structure has not been altered in ways that do not occur naturally through traditional breeding methods.
• Open Pollinated: Save seeds from your harvest and grow the same great tomato year after year.

Planting Tips for Success

• Starting Indoors: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last expected frost date. Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in a warm, moist seed-starting mix.
• Soil Temperature: Tomatoes germinate best at soil temperatures between 70–80°F. Use a heat mat to speed germination.
• Transplanting: Transplant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and nighttime temperatures are consistently above 50°F.
• Spacing: Space plants 24–36 inches apart in rows 36–48 inches apart to allow for vigorous indeterminate growth and air circulation.
• Sunlight: Plant in full sun — at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight per day for best fruit production.
• Watering: Water deeply and consistently, aiming for 1–2 inches per week. Irregular watering can lead to blossom-end rot and cracking.
• Support: Use sturdy cages, stakes, or trellises — indeterminate plants can reach 6–8 feet tall and require strong support throughout the season.
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer at transplanting. Once flowering begins, switch to a lower-nitrogen, higher-phosphorus formula to encourage fruit set over foliage.
• Pruning: Remove suckers regularly to improve air circulation, direct energy to fruit production, and keep plants manageable on their supports.
• Harvesting: Pick fruits when fully pink and slightly soft to the touch — about 89 days from transplant. Harvest regularly to encourage continued production.

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Cooking Methods for Arkansas Traveler Tomatoes

• Fresh Sliced: Slice thick and serve with a drizzle of olive oil, sea salt, and fresh basil for a classic caprese presentation.
• Sandwiches & Burgers: The minimal seed cavity and firm flesh make Arkansas Traveler ideal for stacking on sandwiches without sogging out the bread.
• Salads: Chop or quarter into garden salads, grain bowls, or pasta salads for a burst of fresh, complex tomato flavor.
• Roasted: Halve and roast at 375°F for 25–30 minutes with olive oil and garlic for a rich, concentrated sauce base.
• Sauces & Salsas: Cook down with onions, garlic, and herbs for a from-scratch marinara or dice fresh for homemade salsa.
• Canning: Their meaty texture and balanced acidity make them excellent candidates for home canning, preserving, and sun-drying.

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Nutritional Information

Applies to harvested tomatoes (not planting seeds). Per 1 cup (180g) serving of raw sliced tomato:

• Calories: 32
• Total Fat: 0.4g (1% Daily Value)
• Sodium: 9mg (0% Daily Value)
• Total Carbohydrate: 7g (3% Daily Value)
• Dietary Fiber: 2g (7% Daily Value)
• Total Sugars: 5g
• Protein: 1.6g
• Vitamin C: 24mg (27% Daily Value)
• Vitamin A: 75mcg (8% Daily Value)
• Potassium: 427mg (9% Daily Value)
• Lycopene: 4.6mg

*Percent Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Nutritional values are estimates for harvested fruit from mature tomato plants.

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Due to natural growing conditions and regional climate differences, plant size, fruit size, days to maturity, and yield may vary from stated averages.
• Seed Storage: Store unused seeds in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight. Properly stored seeds remain viable for 4–5 years.
• Planting Zones: Arkansas Traveler performs best in USDA Hardiness Zones 3–11. Particularly well-suited for hot, dry climates in Zones 7–11. Transplant after last frost when nighttime temperatures are consistently above 50°F.

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