Tomato 'Gulf state market'

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Gulf state market is generally regarded as a tender plant, so it is really important to plant out well after your last frost date. Gulf state market needs a loamy soil with a ph of 5.0 to 6.0 (moderately acidic soil to weakly acidic soil).

Start seeds indoors six weeks before last frost date.

Sow at a depth of approx. 0.78 inches (2.0 cm) and aim for a distance of at least 0.78 inches (2.0 cm) between Tomato plants. For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 12°C / 54°F.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Gulf state market about 42 days before your last frost date.

Plant to the first set of true leaves to promote strong root growth.

Gulf state market is tender, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

This variety tends to mature and be ready for harvest in mid summer.

‘Gulf State Market’ was found by Walter Richards of Crystal Springs, Mississippi as a single plant in a field of ‘Early Detroit’ tomatoes in 1917. It was released by D. M. Ferry & Company shortly thereafter.

Gulf state market heirloom