Description

'Moskvich,' meaning “inhabitant of Moscow,” is a cold-tolerant tomato variety developed in the early 1970s at the Vavilov Institute of Plant Industry near St. Petersburg, Russia. Known for its early harvest, 'Moskvich' is the first tomato to ripen after a long winter, thriving in cooler weather conditions and extending your growing season. The indeterminate vines produce globe-shaped, deep red, 4–6 oz. fruits, perfect for slicing. With vines that can reach up to 6' or more, 'Moskvich' will continue to bear fruit even as temperatures cool off in the late summer and fall, offering a reliable harvest.

Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum
Days to Maturity: 75–80 days from transplanting
Family: Solanaceae
Native: Andes
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual
Plant Dimensions: Vines up to 6' or longer
Variety Information: Globe-shaped, 4–6 oz. fruits are deep red. Plants are more cold tolerant than other tomato varieties. 'Moskvich' is an indeterminate type tomato developed in the early 1970s at the Vavilov Institute of Plant Industry near St. Petersburg, Russia.
Type: Indeterminate, Slicer (Learn more)
Attributes: Cold Tolerant

When to Sow Outside: For mild climates only: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 60°F.
When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting. Transplant when air temperature is 45°F or warmer, usually 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 70°–90°F.
Days to Emerge: 5–10 days
Seed Depth: ¼
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 24″–36″
Row Spacing: 36″
Thinning: When 2″ tall, thin to 1 every 24″–36″

Harvesting: 'Moskvich' tomatoes are at the peak of sun-ripened deliciousness when red, and have a slight give when gently squeezed.

This packet yields approximately 24 plants when started inside. 30 seeds.