Opalka Tomato Seeds – Heirloom Paste Tomato for Rich, Flavorful Sauces

Opalka tomatoes are a superior heirloom paste variety, prized for their exceptional flavor, meaty texture, and minimal seeds. These elongated, deep red fruits grow up to 6 inches long, making them ideal for sauces, pastes, and cooking. With a sweet, rich taste and dense flesh, Opalka tomatoes provide outstanding yields on vigorous indeterminate vines, ensuring a continuous harvest throughout the season.

Key Features:

• Classic Heirloom Variety: Treasured for its old-world flavor and excellent cooking qualities
• Perfect for Sauces & Pastes: Thick, meaty flesh with very few seeds
• Sweet & Rich Flavor: Naturally sweet with a robust, deep tomato taste
• High-Yielding & Productive: Produces abundant, elongated 4–6 inch fruits
• Indeterminate Growth: Vines grow vigorously, requiring support for best yields

Product Details:

• Quantity: 10 seeds per pack
• Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum ‘Opalka’
• Plant Type: Indeterminate heirloom tomato
• Fruit Size: 4–6 inches long, 6–10 ounces each
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, nutrient-rich soil with a pH of 6.0–6.8
• Growing Season: Spring to early fall
• Days to Maturity: 85–90 days from transplant

Planting Instructions:

• Seed Starting: Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost
• Sowing Depth: Plant seeds ¼ inch deep in moist, well-drained soil
• Germination: Maintain temperatures between 70–80°F for 7–14 days
• Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors after the last frost, spacing them 24–36 inches apart
• Support: Use stakes or cages to support the vigorous vines

Care & Maintenance:

• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but avoid overwatering
• Fertilization: Apply a balanced organic fertilizer to promote strong growth and fruiting
• Pruning: Remove lower leaves and suckers to improve airflow and maximize yields
• Harvesting: Pick when fruits are fully red, firm, and slightly soft to the touch