German Queen tomatoes are by far the most popular type of home garden tomato grown in North America. These tomatoes grow fairly quickly, produce huge (up to 2 pounds!) fruits, and are relatively easy to grow. They are not often available in the grocery store as they are not well-suited to mechanized growing on a large scale. There are many varieties of German Queen s. They can grow as much as 8 feet in height and spread two to three feet wide, so minimum spacing of 36 inches is a must. As with most tomatoes, pinching early shoots will encourage upward growth and production. They should be tied to a trellis, staked or caged. German Queen s often get end-rot and other problems when not held upright. Watering correctly is vitally important to German Queen varieties. Watering on the ground and increasing frequency when tomatoes begin forming will discourage blossom end rot and larger fruits. While starting seeds of the German Queen Tomato is not necessarily difficult, the right conditions will make the process successful. Some gardeners sow German Queen Tomato Seeds directly in the ground in the spring when the threat of frost has passed or start in containers one to two to four weeks before transplanting into soil. Keep the ground moist but not wet for the first couple of weeks. Pick a sunny, well-drained spot for planting for the best performance. Prefers a well-drained fertile soil in a sunny position. Heirloom / Open Pollinated German Queen Tomatoes are hot weather loving plants that prefer well drained loose soil and an even amount of water. Plant seeds 1/4" deep. Plant seeds or set out German Queen Tomato transplants in full sun. For rows plant 24-36" apart, in rows 24?' apart. Germination should occur in 10-15 days in soil 70-85°F. Height: 8-10? (indeterminate vine) Spacing: 24-36" inches, 24 inches between plants Depth: 1/4 inch Germination: 10-15 days Our seeds are 100% USA Not from China Please purchase from the US for the highest unquestionable quality. If you see any seeds for UNDER $0.25 that is a seed from china . If you see any listing with the word dress in it, that is a Chinese Vendor. Be cautious where your items come from. THANK YOU FOR ORDERING. WE APPRECIATE YOUR PURCHASE. GOD BLESS AND GOD BLESS AMERICA