Tomatoes
Indeterminate Tomatoes
Indeterminate tomatoes are vining tomatoes that continue to grow and produce fruit until they are killed by frost or disease. They can grow up to 10 feet tall and require trellising or staking for support. In sub-tropical climates, indeterminate tomato vines can grow 30 feet or more and stops only when it’s reached its genetic kill switch in 2 years or so. Every plant on the planet has a genetic kill switch.
Sweet Million: The classic Sweet Million tomato is a small cherry-sized variety with a bright red color and a sweet, slightly tangy flavor. They have a round shape and a smooth texture. Sweet Million tomatoes have a very high yield per plant, producing up to 500-700 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a firm, juicy texture.
Super Sweet 100: Super Sweet 100 tomatoes are a small cherry-sized variety with a bright red color and a sweet, slightly tangy flavor. They have a round shape and a smooth texture. Super Sweet 100 tomatoes have a very high yield per plant, producing up to 500-700 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a firm, juicy texture.
Sun Gold: Sun Gold tomatoes are a small, round variety with a bright orange color and a sweet, fruity flavor. They have a high yield per plant, producing up to 100 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a firm, juicy texture.
Black Cherry: Black Cherry tomatoes are a small, round variety with a deep red-brown color and a sweet, slightly smoky flavor. They have a moderate yield per plant, producing up to 20-30 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a firm, juicy texture.
Juliet: Juliet tomatoes are a small, oval-shaped variety with a bright red color and a sweet, slightly tart flavor. They have a high yield per plant, producing up to 100 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a firm, meaty texture.
Tomatillo: Tomatillos are a small, round fruit that are commonly used in Mexican cuisine. They have a green color and a tangy, slightly sour flavor. They have a papery outer husk that needs to be removed before eating. Tomatillos have a moderate yield per plant, producing up to 20-30 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 8-11 and have a firm, slightly crunchy texture.
Beefsteak: Beefsteak tomatoes are a large, meaty variety with a deep red color and a rich, juicy flavor. They have a slightly flattened shape and can be slightly ribbed in appearance. Beefsteak tomatoes have a low to moderate yield per plant, producing up to 10-15 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a soft, juicy texture.
Big Boy: Big Boy tomatoes are a large, smooth variety with a bright red color and a sweet, juicy flavor. They have a round shape and a smooth texture. Big Boy tomatoes have a high yield per plant, producing up to 50-60 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a soft, juicy texture.
Early Girl: Early Girl tomatoes are a medium-sized variety with a bright red color and a slightly tart flavor. They have a round shape and a smooth texture. Early Girl tomatoes have a moderate yield per plant, producing up to 20 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 4-10 and have a firm, meaty texture.
Celebrity: Celebrity tomatoes are a medium-sized variety with a bright red color and a sweet, juicy flavor. They have a round shape and a smooth texture. Celebrity tomatoes have a high yield per plant, producing up to 50-60 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a soft, juicy texture.
Green Zebra: Green Zebra tomatoes are a small to medium-sized variety with a bright green color and a slightly tart, tangy flavor. They have a unique appearance, with dark green stripes running down the sides of the fruit. Green Zebra tomatoes have a moderate yield per plant, producing up to 20-30 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 6-11 and have a firm, juicy texture.
Aunt Ruby's German Green: Aunt Ruby's German Green tomatoes are a medium to large-sized variety with a greenish-pink color and a sweet, tangy flavor. They have a slightly flattened shape and can be slightly ribbed in appearance. Aunt Ruby's German Green tomatoes have a low to moderate yield per plant, producing up to 15 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a soft, juicy texture.
Green Grape: Green Grape tomatoes are a small, round variety with a bright green color and a sweet, slightly tart flavor. They have a round shape and a smooth texture. Green Grape tomatoes have a high yield per plant, producing up to 50-60 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a firm, juicy texture.
Green Vernissage: Green Vernissage tomatoes are a small, cherry-sized variety with a bright green color and a slightly tart, tangy flavor. They have a unique appearance, with a pointed, almost teardrop shape. Green Vernissage tomatoes have a high yield per plant, producing up to 50-60 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a firm, juicy texture.
White Wonder: White Wonder tomatoes are a medium-sized variety with a creamy white color and a mild, slightly sweet flavor. They have a round shape and a smooth texture. White Wonder tomatoes have a moderate yield per plant, producing up to 15-20 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a soft, juicy texture.
Great White: Great White tomatoes are a large, beefsteak variety with a creamy white color and a mild, sweet flavor. They have a slightly flattened shape and can be slightly ribbed in appearance. Great White tomatoes have a low to moderate yield per plant, producing up to 10-15 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a soft, juicy texture.
White Queen: White Queen tomatoes are a small to medium-sized variety with a creamy white color and a mild, slightly sweet flavor. They have a round shape and a smooth texture. White Queen tomatoes have a high yield per plant, producing up to 50-60 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a soft, juicy texture.
Black Cherry: Black Cherry tomatoes are a small, round variety with a deep purple-black color and a sweet, complex flavor. They are often used in salads and as a garnish. Black Cherry tomatoes have a high yield per plant, producing up to 50-60 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a firm, meaty texture.
Cherokee Purple: Cherokee Purple tomatoes are a large, beefsteak variety with a deep purple-black color and a rich, sweet flavor. They have a slightly flattened shape and can be slightly wrinkled in appearance. Cherokee Purple tomatoes have a moderate yield per plant, producing up to 20 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a soft, juicy texture.
Black Krim: Black Krim tomatoes are a large, beefsteak variety with a deep, purplish-black color and a rich, sweet flavor. They have a slightly flattened shape and can be slightly wrinkled in appearance. Black Krim tomatoes have a moderate yield per plant, producing up to 20 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a soft, juicy texture.
Paul Robeson: Paul Robeson tomatoes are a medium to large-sized variety with a deep purple-black color and a complex, smoky flavor. They have a slightly flattened shape and can be slightly ribbed in appearance. Paul Robeson tomatoes have a moderate yield per plant, producing up to 15 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a firm, meaty texture.
Green Zebra: Green Zebra tomatoes are a small to medium-sized variety with a bright green color and a slightly tart, tangy flavor. They have a unique appearance, with dark green stripes running down the sides of the fruit. Green Zebra tomatoes have a moderate yield per plant, producing up to 20-30 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 6-11 and have a firm, juicy texture.
German Johnson: German Johnson tomatoes are a large, beefsteak variety with a pale pink color and a sweet, juicy flavor. They have a slightly flattened shape and can be slightly wrinkled in appearance. German Johnson tomatoes have a moderate yield per plant, producing up to 20 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a soft, juicy texture.
Yellow Pear: Yellow Pear tomatoes are a small, pear-shaped variety with a bright yellow color and a sweet, juicy flavor. They are often used in salads and as a garnish. Yellow Pear tomatoes have a high yield per plant, producing up to 50-60 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 6-11 and have a soft, juicy texture.
Hungarian Heart: Hungarian Heart tomatoes are a large, heart-shaped variety with a deep red color and a rich, sweet flavor. They have a slightly ribbed appearance and a meaty texture. Hungarian Heart tomatoes have a moderate yield per plant, producing up to 15 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 6-11 and have a firm, meaty texture.
Santorini: Santorini tomatoes are a small to medium-sized variety with a deep red color and a sweet, fruity flavor. They have a slightly flattened shape and can be slightly wrinkled in appearance. Santorini tomatoes have a moderate yield per plant, producing up to 20-30 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a firm, juicy texture.
Greek Slicing: Greek Slicing tomatoes are a medium to large-sized variety with a bright red color and a sweet, juicy flavor. They have a slightly flattened shape and can be slightly ribbed in appearance. Greek Slicing tomatoes have a high yield per plant, producing up to 40-50 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a firm, juicy texture.
Halkidiki: Halkidiki tomatoes are a medium to large-sized variety with a deep red color and a sweet, juicy flavor. They have a slightly flattened shape and can be slightly ribbed in appearance. Halkidiki tomatoes have a moderate yield per plant, producing up to 20-30 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a firm, juicy texture.
Amoroso: Amoroso tomatoes are a medium to large-sized variety with a bright red color and a sweet, juicy flavor. They have a slightly flattened shape and can be slightly ribbed in appearance. Amoroso tomatoes have a high yield per plant, producing up to 40-50 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a firm, juicy texture.
Gartenperle: Gartenperle tomatoes are a small to medium-sized variety with a bright red color and a sweet, juicy flavor. They have a round shape and a smooth texture. Gartenperle tomatoes have a high yield per plant, producing up to 100-150 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a firm, juicy texture.
Momotaro: Momotaro tomatoes are a popular variety in Japan, known for their sweet flavor and juicy texture. They are typically medium-sized, with a round shape and a bright red color. Momotaro tomatoes have a high yield per plant, with each plant producing up to 50 fruits. They grow well in warm climates and are suited to growing zones 9-11. The texture of Momotaro tomatoes is firm but juicy.
Black Truffle: Black Truffle tomatoes are a unique variety with a deep, rich flavor that is often compared to black cherries. They are small and round, with a deep purple color and a slightly wrinkled appearance. Black Truffle tomatoes have a moderate yield per plant, producing up to 30 fruits per plant. They are suited to growing zones 9-11 and have a firm, meaty texture.
Amana Orange: Amana Orange tomatoes are a large, beefsteak variety with a bright orange color and a sweet, juicy flavor. They can weigh up to 1 pound each and have a high yield per plant, producing up to 25 fruits. Amana Orange tomatoes grow well in warm climates and are suited to growing zones 9-11. They have a soft, juicy texture.
Okinawan Purple: Okinawan Purple tomatoes are a unique variety with a deep purple color and a slightly tangy flavor. They are typically small to medium-sized, with a round shape and a slightly flattened appearance. Okinawan Purple tomatoes have a high yield per plant, producing up to 60 fruits. They grow well in warm climates and are suited to growing zones 9-11. The texture of Okinawan Purple tomatoes is firm and meaty.
Cherokee Purple: Cherokee Purple tomatoes are a large, beefsteak variety with a deep purple color and a rich, sweet flavor. They are typically large and slightly flattened, with a slightly wrinkled appearance. Cherokee Purple tomatoes have a moderate yield per plant, producing up to 20 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a soft, juicy texture.
Brandywine: Brandywine tomatoes are a large, beefsteak variety with a pinkish-red color and a sweet, complex flavor. They are typically large and slightly flattened, with a slightly ribbed appearance. Brandywine tomatoes have a low to moderate yield per plant, producing up to 10 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a soft, juicy texture.
San Marzano: San Marzano tomatoes are a small, oblong variety with a bright red color and a sweet, slightly tangy flavor. They are often used in Italian cooking and are prized for their rich flavor. San Marzano tomatoes have a high yield per plant, producing up to 50 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a firm, meaty texture.
Early Girl: Early Girl tomatoes are a medium-sized variety with a bright red color and a slightly tart flavor. They are typically round and smooth, with a medium yield per plant, producing up to 20 fruits. Early Girl tomatoes are well-suited to growing zones 4-10 and have a firm, meaty texture.
Roma: Roma tomatoes are a medium-sized, oblong variety with a bright red color and a firm, meaty texture. They are often used for canning and making sauces, due to their rich, slightly tangy flavor. Roma tomatoes have a high yield per plant, producing up to 50 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11.
Costoluto Fiorentino: Costoluto Fiorentino tomatoes are a large, ribbed variety with a deep red color and a rich, sweet flavor. They have a distinctive appearance, with deep ridges running down the sides of the fruit. Costoluto Fiorentino tomatoes have a low to moderate yield per plant, producing up to 10-15 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a soft, juicy texture.
Marmande: Marmande tomatoes are a medium to large-sized variety with a slightly flattened shape and a deep red color. They have a rich, sweet flavor with a slightly tart aftertaste. Marmande tomatoes have a low to moderate yield per plant, producing up to 10-15 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a soft, juicy texture.
San Marzano: San Marzano tomatoes are a small to medium-sized variety with a bright red color and a rich, sweet flavor. They are often used in Italian cooking and are prized for their firm, meaty texture. San Marzano tomatoes have a high yield per plant,
Zapotec Pink Ribbed: Zapotec Pink Ribbed tomatoes are a medium to large-sized variety with a deep pink color and a sweet, slightly tart flavor. They have a slightly flattened shape and can be heavily ribbed in appearance. Zapotec Pink Ribbed tomatoes have a moderate yield per plant, producing up to 20-30 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a firm, juicy texture.
Azoychka: The classic Azoychka tomato is a medium-sized variety with a bright yellow color and a sweet, slightly tangy flavor. They have a slightly flattened shape and can be slightly ribbed in appearance. Azoychka tomatoes have a high yield per plant, producing up to 40-50 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a firm, juicy texture.
Mexico Midget: The classic Mexico Midget tomato is a small cherry-sized variety with a bright red color and a sweet, slightly tangy flavor. They have a round shape and a smooth texture. Mexico Midget tomatoes have a high yield per plant, producing up to 100-150 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a firm, juicy texture.
Tigerella: Tigerella tomatoes are a medium-sized variety with a red and orange striped color and a sweet, slightly tangy flavor. They have a slightly flattened shape and can be slightly ribbed in appearance. Tigerella tomatoes have a high yield per plant, producing up to 40-50 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a firm, juicy texture.
Roma: The classic Roma tomato is a medium-sized variety with a bright red color and a meaty, slightly sweet flavor. They have an oval shape and a firm texture. Roma tomatoes have a moderate yield per plant, producing up to 20-30 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a firm, meaty texture.
Amish Paste: Amish Paste tomatoes are a medium to large-sized variety with a bright red color and a sweet, slightly tangy flavor. They have an elongated shape and a meaty texture, making them well-suited for making sauces and pastes. Amish Paste tomatoes have a high yield per plant, producing up to 25-35 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a firm texture.
Roma VF: Roma VF tomatoes are a medium-sized variety with a bright red color and a sweet, slightly tangy flavor. They have an elongated shape and a meaty texture, making them well-suited for making sauces and pastes. Roma VF tomatoes have a high yield per plant, producing up to 25-35 fruits. They are well-suited to growing zones 5-11 and have a firm texture.
Indeterminate tomatoes grow indeterminate tomato vines that continue to grow and produce fruit until killed by frost. Keeping fruit of the vine picked will keep the tomato plant producing until the end of both temperate, sub-tropical and tropical growing seasons. Strategic branch pruning provides room for fruit to size individually or in clusters. Indeterminate tomato vines growing over a Tomato Volcano support maximizes production and provides not only support for the plant but ambient air circulation, which prevents development of waterborne disease.
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Indeterminate tomatoes keep vining, flowering, and setting fruit all season until frost or disease stops them. They’re ideal for long, continuous harvests, especially when grown on strong trellises or supports such as Tomato Volcanoes . Determinate tomatoes, by contrast, stay compact and set most of their fruit in a short window, which is useful if you want a big, single harvest for canning. For a broader comparison of tomato growing options, see Growing Tomatoes .
Yes—most indeterminate varieties benefit from pruning and training to one or two main leaders. Removing suckers below the first flower truss improves airflow, reduces disease risk, and keeps vines manageable on string trellises, cattle panels, or Tomato Volcano trellis systems . In very hot climates, you can leave a few strategic suckers to provide extra shade for fruit while still keeping the canopy open.
Popular systems include string-and-clip trellises, Florida weave with heavy stakes, and archways made from livestock or cattle panels. The key is to install supports before vines sprawl. For high-density layouts, pair a strong vertical trellis with circular or spiral beds like those in Crop Circle Gardens so you can walk, prune, and harvest from all sides without compacting the root zone.
Keep soil consistently moist—deep, even watering is more important than watering every day. Drip irrigation under mulch is ideal. For fertility, go light on nitrogen and emphasize balanced nutrition. Build your base fertility with compost tea , mineral sources like nitrogen , phosphorous , and potassium , plus biological boosters such as microbial fertilizers and biochar . Too much nitrogen creates lots of leaves and few fruit.
Flower drop is usually caused by temperature extremes, low humidity, or inconsistent moisture. Keep irrigation steady, avoid letting plants wilt between waterings, and encourage pollination by gently shaking the trellis mid-morning. Companion strips of flowering plants from Companion Plants and pollinator habitat can also improve fruit set.
Cracking often happens when plants go from dry to suddenly wet—keep soil moisture even with mulch and drip, and pick ripe fruit promptly after heavy rain. Blossom end rot is linked to calcium imbalance and irregular watering. Build healthy soil structure with Building Soil , avoid damaging roots with deep cultivation, and don’t overload plants with late nitrogen that outpaces calcium uptake.
Common pests include aphids, whiteflies, hornworms, and spider mites, while diseases include early blight, septoria, powdery mildew, and various wilts and viruses. Practice crop rotation, follow guidance from Farm and Garden Pests and Garden Plant Diseases , use drip irrigation instead of overhead watering, and prune for airflow. Healthy, biologically active soil is your first line of defense.
In greenhouses, indeterminate tomatoes are often trained to single leaders on strings and managed with precise fertigation and humidity control. Outdoors, many growers use Florida weave or panel trellises and choose varieties tolerant of wind and weather. Either system benefits from circular layouts and targeted irrigation like those used in Farm In A Box and other Crop Circle Farms installations.
For maximum flavor, pick when fruit is fully colored and has a slight give to the touch. For better shelf life and fewer cracks, harvest at the “breaker” stage (when fruit just starts to blush) and finish ripening indoors. Regular harvesting encourages continuous flowering and new clusters. To estimate production potential per plant or per bed, you can use the Plant Yield Calculator or Garden Yield Calculator .
Crop Circle layouts place trellised indeterminate tomatoes on inner rings for easy access, efficient pruning, and strong airflow. Zoned drip irrigation and ground-level mulches target water directly to the root zone, saving inputs while improving fruit quality. Learn more about circular layouts and water-smart design in Crop Circle Gardens and Growing Tomatoes .
