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Tomato Mix

Metchosin Farm Original Tomato Mix

Solanum lycopersicum

This creative mix of tomato seeds offers something for everyone! Hand-selected from our favourite tomatoes, this package includes a range of types: beefsteak, slicing, salad, roma, pear, cherry, currant, and grape.

Ideal for gardeners who love surprises, this mix ensures a diverse harvest that is perfect for fresh eating, sauces, salads, or preserving. Whether you're growing in containers, raised beds, or traditional garden rows, these tomatoes will add colour, flavour, and variety to your meals.

Companion plants like basil, marigolds, and nasturtiums pair beautifully with tomatoes, deterring pests and encouraging vigorous growth.

Where Can You Grow Mixed Tomato Seeds

Tomatoes thrive in Zones 3-9 with full sun and well-draining soil. They are highly adaptable and grow well in containers, raised beds, or open fields, making them suitable for all gardening styles.

History and Historical Uses

Tomatoes have been cultivated for centuries, originally domesticated in Central and South America and later spreading worldwide. Their versatility, flavour, and nutritional benefits have made them a staple in cuisines globally. This mix celebrates the diversity and joy of growing your own food, offering gardeners the chance to explore a range of varieties.

Canadian Zone Information

  • Zones 8-9: Sow seeds in January or February, transplant in April, and harvest from June to October.
  • Zones 5-7: Start seeds indoors in late February to mid-March and transplant outdoors in May for a July-September harvest.
  • Zones 3-4: Sow seeds indoors in March or early April, transplant in late May or early June, and harvest from mid-July to early September.

How to Grow and Harvest Mixed Tomato Seeds

  1. Planting: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before your region's last frost. Transplant seedlings into well-drained soil, spacing plants 45-60cm (18-24in) apart.
  2. Support: Use stakes, cages, or trellises for support as plants grow tall and produce fruit.
  3. Watering: Water deeply and consistently, especially during dry periods. Avoid overhead watering to prevent disease.
  4. Pruning: Prune lower leaves and suckers to promote air circulation and reduce disease risk.
  5. Harvesting: Harvest tomatoes when fully coloured and firm, from mid-summer to early autumn.

Seed Saving Tips for Future Supply

  1. Choose Ripe Fruits: Select fully ripe tomatoes from the healthiest plants.
  2. Extract Seeds: Scoop out seeds along with their gel into a clean container.
  3. Fermentation: Add a small amount of water to the container and let sit uncovered for 2-3 days, stirring daily to remove the gel coating.
  4. Rinse and Dry: Rinse the seeds thoroughly, then spread them on a clean towel or screen to dry completely.
  5. Store: Store dried seeds in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Properly stored seeds remain viable for up to 5 years.

Certified Organic By

Islands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)

$4.76 CAD
In Stock

≈ 113 seeds | 1g (0.04oz)

Growing Information
Common Name Metchosin Farm Original Tomato Mix
Scientific Name Solanum lycopersicum
Seed Count 113
Metric Weight 1 g
Imperial Weight 0.04 oz
Height 1.2-2.4m (4-8ft)
Spread 0.6-1m (2-3.5ft)
Canadian Zone Information 3-9
Growing Difficulty Easy/Moderate
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We (a small farm) ship every week, on Wednesday!

Pick up available from our farm stand 542 Wootton Road, Metchosin

100% Canadian Grown in Metchosin, Vancouver Island, BC, Canada.

Processed-By-Hand

Certified Organic

Open Pollinated

Non-GMO

Frequently asked questions

Do you do sell at the farm?

No.

We do have a farmstand that is open during the season: March/April through to June/July

Will my order have tracking?

Maybe.

We ship all seed packages using Letter Mail through Canada Post.

However, if you order any Sprays, Bouquets, Root Stock, or Tubers; we automatically add protected shipping in a prepaid Canada Post box. These have a tracking number.

How much does shipping cost?

Save $20 when you spend $200

All our shipping fees include a handling fee

$7 Small Envelope 

Orders 0g–7gup to 3 seed packages

$8 Medium Envelope

Orders 8g–15gup to 7 seed packages or ~ 1 Forager Pet Mix

$9 Large Envelope

Orders 16g–21gup to 10 seed packages and/or~ 1-2 Forager Pet Mix and/or rootstock/cutting

$13 Tiny Parcel

Orders 22g–44gup to 22 seed packages and/or~ 1-2 Forager Pet Mix and/or rootstock/cutting

$16 Extra Small Parcel

Orders 45g–135gSeed packages and/or~ 1-5 Forager Pet Mix/spray and/or rootstock/cutting

If you spend $200 this actually becomes free shipping with a $4 discount.

$19 Small Parcel

Orders 136g–500gSeed packages and/or ~ 1-5 Forager Pet Mix/spray and/or rootstock/cutting and/or 1 Tuber or JA

If you spend $200 this actually becomes free shipping with a $1 discount.

$22 Medium Parcel

Orders 501g–1400gSeed packages and/or ~ 1-5 Forager Pet Mix/spray and/or rootstock/cutting and/or 1-3 Tuber or JA

If you spend $200 this actually becomes $2.

$25 Large parcel

Orders 1401g–2500gSeed packages and/or ~ 1-5 Forager Pet Mix/spray and/or rootstock/cutting and/or 1-5 Tuber or JA

If you spend $200 this actually becomes $5.

$30 Extra Large Parcel

Orders 2501g and up

Anything your heart desires.

If you spend $200 this actually becomes $10.

What is your Customer Satisfaction policy?

We guarantee germination up to 75% on all our seeds in proper conditions.

That means we will replace them.

We make no guarantees on our Forager Pet products, other than that they are safe for the animals listed. But do reach out if your pet isn't happy.

Mistakes happen and can be fixed. So missing items, wrong items, or even damaged items can be replaced.

We will always work with you to find an appropriate solution.

Customer Satisfaction Policy

How long does shipping take?

Letter Mail can take up to 5-6 weeks.

Parcels can take up to 1-2 weeks.

We ship Wednesdays which can also lead to delays.

Are all your products 100% Canadian?

Yes. All our products are grown in Metchosin BC or foraged from surrounding forests.

What is your refund policy?

We are a resolution first small business. That means we would love for you to be happy with our products.

However, if you want to return or refund, this can be done.

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