Large Red Fruits
Produces impressive 4–6 inch tomatoes with attractive deep-red skin and a distinctive heart-shaped appearance.
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Suitable for home gardening use
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Red Horizon Tomato Seeds
Red Horizon Tomato, also known as Sunset's Red Horizon, is a remarkable heirloom tomato variety originating from the Rostov region of southern Russia. It is admired for its large, deep-red, heart-shaped fruits with thick, meaty flesh and rich traditional tomato flavor. The vigorous indeterminate plants produce impressive tomatoes that are excellent for fresh eating, slicing, sandwiches, salads, sauces, and home cooking. A wonderful choice for gardeners looking to grow distinctive, flavorful heirloom tomatoes.
Russian Heirloom Variety
Large Red Tomatoes
Heart-Shaped Fruits
Open-Pollinated Seeds
Key Features
Rich Tomato Flavor
Features a delicious, balanced, traditional tomato flavor with dense, meaty flesh that is excellent for fresh meals.
Indeterminate Growth
Develops vigorous, spreading vines that continue growing and producing tomatoes throughout the growing season.
Versatile Kitchen Use
Ideal for slicing, sandwiches, salads, burgers, sauces, and a variety of homemade tomato dishes.
Product Highlights
Heirloom tomato variety from southern Russia
Produces large 4–6 inch red fruits
Distinctive heart-shaped tomato appearance
Meaty flesh with balanced tomato flavor
Open-pollinated tomato variety
Indeterminate and vigorous vine growth
Approximately 72–75 days to maturity
Excellent for slicing and fresh eating
Specifications
| Product Name | Red Horizon Tomato Seeds |
| Variety Name | Sunset's Red Horizon |
| Scientific Name | Solanum lycopersicum |
| Common Name | Red Horizon Tomato |
| Plant Family | Solanaceae |
| Seed Type | Open-Pollinated Heirloom Vegetable Seeds |
| Origin | Rostov Region, Southern Russia |
| Plant Type | Warm-Season Annual Vegetable |
| Growth Habit | Indeterminate (Vining) |
| Fruit Color | Deep Red |
| Fruit Shape | Heart-Shaped / Oxheart |
| Fruit Size | Approximately 4–6 Inches |
| Fruit Weight | Varies; commonly reported around 6–14 oz, with larger fruits possible |
| Fruit Texture | Thick, Meaty, Dense Flesh |
| Flavor | Rich, Balanced, Traditional Tomato Flavor |
| Days to Maturity | Approximately 72–75 Days from Transplanting |
| Germination Time | Approximately 7–14 Days |
| Germination Temperature | Approximately 70–85°F (21–29°C) |
| Sowing Depth | Approximately 1/4 Inch |
| Sunlight | Full Sun |
| Plant Spacing | 24–36 Inches |
| Row Spacing | Approximately 36–48 Inches |
| Soil Requirements | Rich, Fertile, Moisture-Retentive, Well-Drained Soil |
| Soil pH | Approximately 6.2–6.8 |
| Watering | Regular and Consistent Watering |
| Support Requirements | Stakes, Trellises, or Strong Tomato Cages |
| Harvest Season | Summer to Autumn, Depending on Climate |
| Suitable Uses | Fresh Eating, Salads, Sandwiches, Slicing, Sauces, and Cooking |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Start the Seeds
Sow Red Horizon Tomato Seeds in seed-starting trays or small pots filled with a fine, well-draining seed-starting mix. Plant approximately 1/4 inch deep and lightly cover with growing medium.
Sow Red Horizon Tomato Seeds in seed-starting trays or small pots filled with a fine, well-draining seed-starting mix. Plant approximately 1/4 inch deep and lightly cover with growing medium.
Step 2: Maintain Germination Conditions
Keep the growing medium consistently moist but not waterlogged. Maintain a warm temperature of approximately 70–85°F (21–29°C). Germination generally takes around 7–14 days under suitable conditions.
Keep the growing medium consistently moist but not waterlogged. Maintain a warm temperature of approximately 70–85°F (21–29°C). Germination generally takes around 7–14 days under suitable conditions.
Step 3: Provide Adequate Sunlight
Once seedlings emerge, provide plenty of bright light. A sunny location or suitable grow light encourages strong, healthy seedlings and prevents weak, stretched growth.
Once seedlings emerge, provide plenty of bright light. A sunny location or suitable grow light encourages strong, healthy seedlings and prevents weak, stretched growth.
Step 4: Transplant the Seedlings
Transplant healthy seedlings into prepared garden beds or large containers after they have developed several true leaves and outdoor conditions are suitable. Space plants approximately 24–36 inches apart.
Transplant healthy seedlings into prepared garden beds or large containers after they have developed several true leaves and outdoor conditions are suitable. Space plants approximately 24–36 inches apart.
Step 5: Water and Fertilize Regularly
Water deeply and consistently, keeping the soil evenly moist. Apply a balanced vegetable fertilizer according to its instructions. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which can encourage leafy growth at the expense of fruit production.
Water deeply and consistently, keeping the soil evenly moist. Apply a balanced vegetable fertilizer according to its instructions. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which can encourage leafy growth at the expense of fruit production.
Step 6: Support the Growing Vines
Red Horizon is an indeterminate tomato variety that produces vigorous vines. Install sturdy stakes, cages, or trellises to support the plants as they grow and carry their large fruits.
Red Horizon is an indeterminate tomato variety that produces vigorous vines. Install sturdy stakes, cages, or trellises to support the plants as they grow and carry their large fruits.
Step 7: Harvest the Tomatoes
Harvest when the fruits develop their characteristic rich red color and reach suitable ripeness. Pick carefully to avoid damaging the vines and enjoy the meaty tomatoes fresh or in your favorite recipes.
Harvest when the fruits develop their characteristic rich red color and reach suitable ripeness. Pick carefully to avoid damaging the vines and enjoy the meaty tomatoes fresh or in your favorite recipes.
Grow Delicious Heirloom Tomatoes with Red Horizon
Bring traditional heirloom flavor to your vegetable garden with Red Horizon Tomato Seeds. Known for their impressive red, heart-shaped fruits, meaty texture, and vigorous indeterminate growth, these tomatoes are a wonderful addition to home gardens and greenhouse growing spaces. Give your plants plenty of sunlight, fertile soil, consistent moisture, and proper vine support to enjoy a rewarding tomato harvest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about Red Horizon Tomato Seeds, their large heart-shaped fruits, growing requirements, and harvest.
What makes Sunset's Red Horizon Tomato different from regular red tomatoes?
Sunset's Red Horizon is a distinctive heirloom variety recognized for its large, red, heart-shaped fruits and dense, meaty flesh. Unlike many smaller round tomato varieties, it produces impressive slicing tomatoes with a rich, balanced traditional tomato flavor. Its indeterminate growth habit also allows the plant to continue producing fruits throughout the growing season under suitable conditions.
How big do Red Horizon heirloom tomatoes grow?
Red Horizon tomatoes commonly produce large fruits measuring approximately 4–6 inches across. Their characteristic heart-shaped appearance and thick, meaty flesh make them particularly attractive for slicing, sandwiches, and fresh tomato dishes. Individual fruit size and weight depend on growing conditions, watering, nutrition, and plant care.
Are Red Horizon tomatoes suitable for short growing seasons?
Yes, Red Horizon is considered a useful choice for gardeners looking for a large-fruited heirloom tomato with relatively early maturity. It generally takes around 72–75 days from transplanting to produce ripe fruits. Starting seeds indoors or in a protected growing area can help gardeners make better use of shorter growing seasons.
Can Red Horizon tomatoes be grown in pots or containers?
Yes, Red Horizon can be grown in a large container with adequate drainage, fertile potting mix, and sufficient sunlight. Because it is an indeterminate variety with vigorous vines, choose a spacious, sturdy container and provide a strong support system. Regular watering and feeding are especially important for container-grown plants.
How should I support and prune Red Horizon tomato plants?
Use a strong tomato cage, stake, or trellis to support the vigorous indeterminate vines and their heavy fruits. Tie the main stems loosely to the support as the plant grows. Remove damaged or diseased leaves and manage side shoots according to your preferred growing system. Good airflow helps maintain healthy foliage.
Are Red Horizon tomato seeds open-pollinated and suitable for seed saving?
Sunset's Red Horizon is an open-pollinated heirloom variety. Seeds can generally be saved from fully ripe, healthy fruits and stored for future planting. For better seed quality, select fruit from healthy, true-to-type plants, ferment the seeds to remove the surrounding gel, rinse thoroughly, and dry completely before storing in a cool, dry location.