Mortgage Lifter Tomato Seeds - Heirloom Variety -

Welcome to Dhara Seeds, a big, trusted name in the USA seed market with a vast, high-quality selection. Our Mortgage Lifter Tomato Seeds from Ohio Heirloom Seeds bring a legendary heirloom to your garden, famed for their massive size and rich, sweet flavor. These heirloom seeds are perfect for growing meaty, low-acid tomatoes that shine in any dish. As non-GMO seeds, they reflect our commitment to pure, time-tested varieties, offering gardeners of all levels a chance to cultivate a piece of history.

Mortgage Lifter tomato plants produce large, pinkish-red beefsteak fruits, known for their juicy, mild flesh and few seeds, making them a standout for slicing onto sandwiches or blending into sauces. These tomato seeds yield indeterminate vines that can reach 7-9 feet, bearing heavy crops that often tip the scales with exceptional size and taste. Ideal for fresh eating, canning, or crafting a classic tomato salad, their versatility and storied origins—bred by "Radiator Charlie" Byles to pay off his mortgage—add charm to every harvest.

• Light Requirements: Full sun with 6-8 hours daily to maximize fruit size and flavor.
• Soil Preferences: Fertile, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0-6.8, enriched with compost.
• Temperature Needs: Thrives in warm conditions, 6-8°F (18-29°C), and is frost-sensitive.
• Air Circulation: Space plants generously to ensure good airflow and reduce disease risk.

• Starting Indoors: Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in a seed-starting mix 6-8 weeks before the last frost.
• Germination: Maintain soil at 7-8°F (2-29°C) with bright light; sprouts emerge in 7-1 days.
• Transplanting: Harden off seedlings, then plant 2-6 inches apart with stakes or cages for support.
• Pruning: Trim suckers to boost fruit size and airflow, keeping vines manageable.

• Consistency: Provide 1-inches of water weekly, keeping soil evenly moist to prevent cracking.
• Method: Water at the base with a soaker hose to keep foliage dry and healthy.
• Germination Phase: Mist lightly to hydrate seeds without disturbing them.
• Established Plants: Water deeply during fruit set, mulching with straw to retain moisture.

• USDA Zones: Grows as an annual in zones -11, best with a long, warm growing season.
• Global Climates: Suits temperate regions with ample summer heat, like plains or valleys.
• Cold Adaptation: Start indoors in cooler zones to extend the growing period.

• Size & Flavor: Huge, tasty fruits from organic seeds with heirloom reliability.
• Productivity: Heavy yields that thrive under varied conditions.
• Low Maintenance: Resists wilts and needs minimal fuss with proper support.
• Versatility: Perfect for fresh slices, salsas, or preserving for year-round enjoyment.

• Garden Layout: Ideal for spacious beds or trellises, showcasing their towering vines.
• Companion Planting: Pairs with vegetable seeds like beans or flower seeds for a diverse plot.
• Space Utilization: Acts as a striking backdrop in mixed gardens with its height.
• Landscape Role: Enhances sustainable edible landscapes with bold form and function.

Mortgage Lifter tomato seeds from Dhara Seeds, a big, trusted name in the seed world, offering a wide range of high-quality, non-GMO varieties to gardeners everywhere, promise a harvest steeped in flavor and folklore. With attentive care, these plants deliver a bounty of impressive tomatoes that elevate any garden. Start growing today and enjoy the legacy of this heirloom gem

Sow seeds for planting ¼ inch deep indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Keep warm (7-8°F), transplant after hardening off, spacing 2-6 inches apart with support, and harvest at 80-90 days when fruits are pinkish-red.

Start indoors in late winter to early spring, transplanting after the last frost when soil warms to 60°F. In warm climates, plant directly in spring for a summer crop.

They’re moderately easy—germination takes 7-1 days, and fruits mature in 80-90 days. Warmth, consistent water, and sturdy support ensure success for all gardeners.