Ace Heirloom Tomato
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
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HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Start Ace 55 heirloom tomato seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost of spring, sowing the seeds in a flat 1/4" deep and 1" apart. Keep the temperature at 70-75 degrees F until germination, as well as providing adequate light in a sunny window or under a grow light; keep the soil moist, but make sure drainage is adequate. When the second set of leaves emerges, transplant the seedlings into individual pots; bury the stems up to the lowest set of leaves to grow strongly rooted plants. A week before planting the seedlings outside, begin exposing them to the weather during the day to harden them; tomatoes cannot endure cold weather, and should not be transplanted outside until all threat of frost has passed. When the soil temperature reaches at least 70 degrees F, plant the seedlings in full sun and very rich soil; once more, bury the entire stem up to the lowest set of leaves. Space the plants 2' apart. For companion planting benefits, plant Ace 55 heirloom tomato seeds with carrots or onions, but avoid planting them with cabbage or potatoes.
Growing: Since temperatures below 55 degrees F can damage production, protect the plants if temperatures drop. A thick layer of mulch helps conserve moisture and control weeds; water the plants once a week, but avoid getting the leaves wet. Determinate, or bush type tomatoes, do not require staking.
Harvesting: Test the ripeness of tomatoes by pressing them gently; the flesh should yield slightly. The mature color also indicates ripeness. If the stem does not come easily off the vine, cut it with a scissors. Vine ripened tomatoes have the best flavor, but as soon as frost comes, all tomatoes should be harvested, even the green ones. Unripe tomatoes will ripen eventually if kept in a warm place out of direct sunlight.
Seed Saving: Since cross pollination between most tomato varieties is unlikely, isolation is not a concern. Pick fully ripe tomatoes and cut them in half horizontally, across the middle; squeeze out the pulp into a container. An alternative method for smaller tomatoes is to put them in a blender and pulse the mixture, since Ace 55 heirloom tomato seeds are hard and slippery and will not be harmed. Let the mixture ferment for several days or until a thick layer of mold has formed; this process removes the gelatinous layer on the seeds. Pour off the mold and debris, saving the good seeds on the bottom. Rinse the seeds in a strainer under running water until they are clean, then spread them out to dry in a protected location away from direct sunlight. Stir them twice a day, and provide a fan to speed drying if the air is humid. Once Ace 55 heirloom tomato seeds are completely dry, store them in a cool, dry location for up to four years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Lycopersicon esculentum
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Determinate, Warm Season
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 10,000
Planting Method: From Transplant
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 60 Inches
Color: Red
Ace 55 Tomato Seeds
There's a lot of seed companies out there, and I purchase seeds from many of them, but when Everwilde has the specific variety of seeds I want - I buy from them first. I do this for their fair costs, their high quality seed packets, their fast delivery times, and their quality guarantee. I bought untried Ace 55 seeds in December that I won't start indoors until March but, for the above reasons and my past experience with Everwilde, I have every confidence of getting a tomato that is exactly as described.
Ace 55
100% germ, plants are strong. So far so good.
Very Pleasantly Surprised
I don't have time to write a review for each item in our sizable order, so this says it for all of them: At a time when a lot of seed companies are both raising prices and reducing the amount of seeds in a pack, we were very pleasantly surprised to come across Everwilde. Your prices are very reasonable and you are not stingy with the seeds. We like the quality reusable packaging and the abundant variety and planting information printed on the packs. We were impressed with the speed at which our order was delivered. Your website is very informative, easy to navigate, and well built (you can quickly place the order, pay for it and move on). You're hitting on all cylinders with us, and since integrity in a company tends to be consistent in all departments, we look forward to coming back in the spring to report on an excellent germination rate for the seeds!
Huntington Beach Public Library Seed Library
The seeds arrived in a very timely manner. We are looking forward to adding this selection to our seed library.
Ace 55
Very prompt shipping! Excellent pricing! Great seed size! Very generous seed count. Will definitely order from this company again!
tomato seeds
Fast shipping
Great packaging
nice to find an OP Ace 55
Ace 55 has been our all-around go to tomato but it's always been a hybrid. Very few sources for a good open pollinated Ace. This grew very well for us last year and very consistent. Flavor was good and the plants were robust.
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Start Ace 55 heirloom tomato seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost of spring, sowing the seeds in a flat 1/4" deep and 1" apart. Keep the temperature at 70-75 degrees F until germination, as well as providing adequate light in a sunny window or under a grow light; keep the soil moist, but make sure drainage is adequate. When the second set of leaves emerges, transplant the seedlings into individual pots; bury the stems up to the lowest set of leaves to grow strongly rooted plants. A week before planting the seedlings outside, begin exposing them to the weather during the day to harden them; tomatoes cannot endure cold weather, and should not be transplanted outside until all threat of frost has passed. When the soil temperature reaches at least 70 degrees F, plant the seedlings in full sun and very rich soil; once more, bury the entire stem up to the lowest set of leaves. Space the plants 2' apart. For companion planting benefits, plant Ace 55 heirloom tomato seeds with carrots or onions, but avoid planting them with cabbage or potatoes.
Growing: Since temperatures below 55 degrees F can damage production, protect the plants if temperatures drop. A thick layer of mulch helps conserve moisture and control weeds; water the plants once a week, but avoid getting the leaves wet. Determinate, or bush type tomatoes, do not require staking.
Harvesting: Test the ripeness of tomatoes by pressing them gently; the flesh should yield slightly. The mature color also indicates ripeness. If the stem does not come easily off the vine, cut it with a scissors. Vine ripened tomatoes have the best flavor, but as soon as frost comes, all tomatoes should be harvested, even the green ones. Unripe tomatoes will ripen eventually if kept in a warm place out of direct sunlight.
Seed Saving: Since cross pollination between most tomato varieties is unlikely, isolation is not a concern. Pick fully ripe tomatoes and cut them in half horizontally, across the middle; squeeze out the pulp into a container. An alternative method for smaller tomatoes is to put them in a blender and pulse the mixture, since Ace 55 heirloom tomato seeds are hard and slippery and will not be harmed. Let the mixture ferment for several days or until a thick layer of mold has formed; this process removes the gelatinous layer on the seeds. Pour off the mold and debris, saving the good seeds on the bottom. Rinse the seeds in a strainer under running water until they are clean, then spread them out to dry in a protected location away from direct sunlight. Stir them twice a day, and provide a fan to speed drying if the air is humid. Once Ace 55 heirloom tomato seeds are completely dry, store them in a cool, dry location for up to four years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Lycopersicon esculentum
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Determinate, Warm Season
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 10,000
Planting Method: From Transplant
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 60 Inches
Color: Red
Reviews
Review
Ace 55 Tomato Seeds
There's a lot of seed companies out there, and I purchase seeds from many of them, but when Everwilde has the specific variety of seeds I want - I buy from them first. I do this for their fair costs, their high quality seed packets, their fast delivery times, and their quality guarantee. I bought untried Ace 55 seeds in December that I won't start indoors until March but, for the above reasons and my past experience with Everwilde, I have every confidence of getting a tomato that is exactly as described.
Review
Ace 55
100% germ, plants are strong. So far so good.
Review
Very Pleasantly Surprised
I don't have time to write a review for each item in our sizable order, so this says it for all of them: At a time when a lot of seed companies are both raising prices and reducing the amount of seeds in a pack, we were very pleasantly surprised to come across Everwilde. Your prices are very reasonable and you are not stingy with the seeds. We like the quality reusable packaging and the abundant variety and planting information printed on the packs. We were impressed with the speed at which our order was delivered. Your website is very informative, easy to navigate, and well built (you can quickly place the order, pay for it and move on). You're hitting on all cylinders with us, and since integrity in a company tends to be consistent in all departments, we look forward to coming back in the spring to report on an excellent germination rate for the seeds!
Review
Huntington Beach Public Library Seed Library
The seeds arrived in a very timely manner. We are looking forward to adding this selection to our seed library.
Review
Ace 55
Very prompt shipping! Excellent pricing! Great seed size! Very generous seed count. Will definitely order from this company again!
Review
tomato seeds
Fast shipping
Great packaging
Review
nice to find an OP Ace 55
Ace 55 has been our all-around go to tomato but it's always been a hybrid. Very few sources for a good open pollinated Ace. This grew very well for us last year and very consistent. Flavor was good and the plants were robust.