| Rutgers Tomato | |
| Solanum lycopersicum |
Its origins date back to at least 1928-34, developed in New Jersey and named after the state university of Rutgers. The variety became popular in the mid 1900's for its uniform and quality fruits that were versatile in use. Once popular as a canning variety, the fruits have a very nice flavor that lends well to fresh eating. Throughout the mid 1900's Rutgers was also a popular variety for use by the large tomato processors of the mid Atlantic states, until hybrids displaced its importance. Rutgers still remains popular with home gardeners and reliably produces 6-7 ounce, round and red ripening fruits.
Maturity: 75 days.
Determinate
Origin: Likely a cross of Marglobe and another variety, introduced in the late 1920's or early 1930's.