Tomatoes
In this category you will find tomato seeds in various varieties, including bush tomatoes, pole tomatoes and hanging basket tomatoes, suitable for growing in the garden, on the balcony or in a pot. The seeds allow you to grow tomatoes in different shapes, colors and flavors.
Buying tomatoes — Guide & Tips
In this category you will find 48 different tomato seeds – from classic cordon tomatoes to compact bush tomatoes to yellow and red varieties. The choice of the right variety depends mainly on your growing location and experience. For balconies or small beds, bush tomatoes are particularly suitable, as they require little space and also thrive in pots. Those who cultivate in a greenhouse or outdoors can rely on robust cordon tomatoes, which with the right support provide high yields.
When buying, pay attention to the respective disease resistance – many modern varieties are specifically bred against blight and other fungal diseases. This is a decisive advantage especially in humid summers. The ripening time also plays a role: Early varieties like 'Harzfeuer F1' produce first fruits as early as July, while late varieties bear into October. Those who want a rich harvest over several months should combine early, mid, and late ripening varieties.
Alongside the classic red tomatoes, it is worth looking at yellow or orange varieties like 'Goldene Königin'. These are often milder in taste and add color to salads. Check the respective product information for the properties and certifications important for your selection. Also read the guide on planting tomatoes like a pro – there you will learn everything about location, planting distance, and care.
Don't forget: The Parent category Vegetables also offers you seeds for peppers, eggplants, and many other crops. This way you can make your garden even more diverse.
Popular Tomatoes
Pole Tomato Harzfeuer F1
Proven variety for outdoor and greenhouse cultivation. Robust plant with high yield and disease resistance.
Bush Tomato Roma
Compact plant for balcony and pot. The classic sauce tomato with firm flesh and few seeds.
These three varieties cover typical uses: 'Harzfeuer F1' is a high-yielding pole tomato for beginners and professionals, 'Golden Queen' brings variety to the garden with its yellow fruits, and 'Roma' is perfect for processing into ketchup or sugo. If you combine several varieties, you will harvest fresh tomatoes in different colors and flavors from July to October. When selecting, also consider the available space: pole tomatoes require a climbing aid and sufficient spacing, while bush tomatoes are more space-saving and grow bushy without support.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which tomato variety is suitable for the balcony?
Varieties such as 'Roma' or 'Vilma' also thrive in larger pots and baskets. Ensure a sunny location and regular watering – avoid waterlogging by adding a drainage layer in the pot. Bush tomatoes do not need to be pruned, which makes care easier.
How do I recognize high-quality tomato seeds?
Quality is evident in germination capacity and variety purity. Look for information on disease resistance (for example, late blight, blight and rot fungi) as well as the origin of the seeds. Organic seeds and open-pollinated varieties are often more robust than hybrid F1 varieties, but do not always offer the same yield. Also check the expiration date – seeds should not be older than two years to ensure a high germination rate.
When should I start tomatoes indoors and plant them out?
Starting indoors ideally begins from late March to early April in seed starting soil at 20–22 °C. After the Ice Saints (mid-May), the young plants can move outdoors or into larger containers. Greenhouse plantings are possible from late April. Harden off the plants before planting out by placing them outside for a few hours during the day. A planting distance of at least 50 cm prevents fungal diseases.Articles on late blight in tomatoes.
What is the difference between stake tomatoes and bush tomatoes?
Stake tomatoes grow single-stemmed and upward and must be fixed to a support (stake, spiral stake). They are regularly pruned, i.e. the side shoots are removed, to direct the energy into fruit formation. Bush tomatoes, on the other hand, grow compact and bushy, need no support and are not pruned. Stake tomatoes usually produce higher yields per plant, but require more space and care. For beginners, bush tomatoes are often the easier choice.
More categories
If you want to expand your vegetable bed, the neighboring categories offer suitable additions. Particularly popular are combinations of tomatoes and cucumbers or zucchini, as they have similar site requirements and complement each other in cultivation.
- Vegetables – Overview of all vegetable seeds – Here you will find peppers, eggplants, herbs and more.
- Cucumbers & Zucchini – These heat-loving plants are perfect for the tomato bed.
The category Vegetables bundles all seeds for the vegetable garden – it is the ideal starting point to plan your selection. Cucumbers and zucchini ripen similarly to tomatoes and can be cultivated in the same bed, while lettuce and cabbage prefer cooler temperatures and are therefore suitable for spring or autumn. If you are already planting tomatoes, for example, it is worth looking at cucumbers to ensure a continuous harvest.
In brief
Under this category you will find 48 tomato seeds for open ground, greenhouse, balcony and pot. The selection ranges from robust stake tomatoes like 'Harzfeuer F1' to low-maintenance bush tomatoes like 'Roma'. Crucial for success are the right variety selection according to growing location, resistance to late blight, and attention to planting time. Combine different ripening and color types for a long harvest period. Use the neighboring categories for cucumbers, zucchini and lettuce to optimally complement your bed.