Organic ‘Heinz 1439’ Tomato

Organic ‘Heinz 1439’ tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a robust and uniform classic, designed for processing and reliability

The ‘Heinz 1439’ tomato is a heritage variety developed for reliability, robustness, and uniformity , ideal for gardeners seeking compact plants that produce firm, resistant fruit perfect for processing. Determinate and productive, it yields uniform, firm, crack-resistant red tomatoes with excellent shelf life in 70 to 80 days . Their thick flesh, low juice content, and consistent texture make them excellent for sauces, coulis, homemade preserves, and stews.

One of its greatest strengths is its natural resistance to diseases, particularly Verticillium wilt and Fusarium wilt , making it a very reliable variety under varying conditions. Compact and easy to grow, ‘Heinz 1439’ is perfect for family vegetable gardens, home preservers, and beginner gardeners.

Companion plants : Basil, parsley, carrot, asparagus, alliums, celery, borage, marigold, calendula, mint, sage, peppers, dill (until mature)
Negative plants : Potato, corn, kohlrabi, beetroot, fennel, peas, squash

Spread/carry : Determinate, compact
Plant height : 60 to 90 cm
Quantity per packet : 25 seeds
Certification : Environmentally friendly product
Special features : Resistant to verticillium and fusarium wilt, firm fruit, resistant to cracking

Fruit color : Red
Fruit shape : Uniformly round
Fruit size/weight : Average
Fruit type : Sauce tomato / processing
Texture/flesh : Firm, thick, not very juicy

Farming method

Sow indoors 6 to 8 weeks before planting out . Bury seeds 36 mm (1/81/4″) deep in light potting soil. Maintain a temperature of 2329C until germination (510 days). Reduce watering and nitrogen during acclimation to produce sturdy, compact plants.

Transplant outdoors after the last frost. Space plants 30 to 45 cm (12 to 18 inches) apart, with 120 to 180 cm (4 to 6 feet) between rows. Provide full sun (level 3) and regular watering (level 3). The determinate growth habit limits pruning and simplifies management, while ensuring a concentrated harvest.

Harvesting and preservation

Harvest when the red color is fully developed. To advance the harvest, pick the fruit that has already begun to show color , then let it ripen at 22C or higher outside the vineyard. Store at 1221C with 95% relative humidity to maintain firmness.

Usage ideas

Perfect for canning , sauces and coulis
Ideal for roasting , as it retains its structure
Excellent for stews where a firm tomato is desired
Great in salads with firm tomatoes , without excess juice

The ‘Heinz 1439’ tomato is a reliable, robust and practical heirloom variety: an ideal choice for gardeners looking for a compact, resistant tomato perfect for culinary processing.