Tomato Seeds – Red Opalka

Tomato Seeds – Red Opalka Variety produce elongated, bright red tomatoes on vigorous plants known for their steady warm-season performance. This heirloom type is appreciated for its strong vine growth, dependable yields, and uniform fruiting. The plants thrive in full sunlight and nutrient-rich, well-drained soil, making them ideal for raised beds, open gardens, and spacious containers.

Red Opalka tomatoes grow on indeterminate vines that benefit from staking or caging due to their length and fruit load. With high germination potential and consistent seasonal production, this variety is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking long, firm, and uniform tomato types.

Features

• Produces elongated, bright red tomatoes

• Heirloom variety with strong plant vigor

• Reliable warm-season fruiting

• Suitable for containers, raised beds, and open garden rows

• High germination potential

• Indeterminate vines for steady yields

Specifications

Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum
Common Name: Tomato
Variety: Red Opalka
Plant Type: Warm-season annual
Growth Habit: Indeterminate
Fruit Size: Medium to large
Fruit Shape: Elongated
Fruit Color: Red
Sun Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil
Germination Time: 7–14 days
Days to Maturity: 80–90 days
Plant Height: 5–6 feet with staking
Watering: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
Sowing Method: Start indoors and transplant outdoors

Growing Season:

• Best grown in spring and summer

• Start indoors: January to March

• Transplant outdoors: March to May, once frost danger has passed

USDA Hardiness Zones:

• Grown annually in Zones 3–10

• Move outdoors when temperatures stay above 60°F (15°C)