95 days. Semi-determinate. Open-pollinated.
J. Moran is an heirloom tomato first introduced in 1949 by the Ferry-Morse Seed Company, who bred the variety for late season canning and shipping.
Vigorous, dark green vines produce round, bright red fruits that weigh an average of 6 ounces each.
Flavor is deep and rich—just like those old fashioned tomatoes you remember from your granny's garden—with high pulp and few seeds. This makes them an excellent choice for saucing or canning!
Tolerant to fusarium wilt.
J. Moran Tomato
Growth Chart
Hardiness Zones: 3 to 11 Light Requirement: Full Sun Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained Sow Depth: 1/4 inch Plant Spacing: 36 inches Germination Temp: 65°F to 85°F Germination Time: 6 to 8 days Maturation: 95 days Growing Tips
Start tomatoes indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last spring frost, sowing the seeds 1/4 inch deep in a seed flat or cell tray. Use a heat mat to keep the soil temperature between 70-75°F and a humidity dome to ensure the soil stays moist between watering. Germination should occur within 6 to 8 days.
Transplant the seedlings into individual pots once they have grown their second set of leaves, and be sure to bury the stems up to the lower set of leaves to promote strong root growth.
When the outside soil temperature has reached a minimum of 70°F, plant the seedlings at least 2 feet apart in a location with full sun and very rich soil. Water frequently, and be sure to protect the plants if temperatures drop below 55°F.