What is an Equinox Tomato?
Although tomatoes are sun lovers, there can be too much of a good thing. If temperatures regularly exceed 85 F. (29 C.) during the day and 72 F. (22 C.) or greater in your region, not every type of tomato will grow. It’s just too plain hot. That’s where growing an Equinox tomato comes into play. Equinox is a determinate, heat-tolerant tomato hybrid that sets fruit in spring and fall in warmer regions. While many heat-tolerant tomatoes are small to medium in size, Equinox sets medium to large fruit.
Equinox Tomato Info
This cultivar of tomato is resistant to fruit cracking, fusarium wilt, and verticillium wilt. It ripens evenly with a slight sheen on the red skin. Plants will grow to a height of 36-48 inches (91.5-122 cm.). Because they are a determinate type of tomato, they will not require a trellis.
How to Grow an Equinox Tomato
Plant Equinox tomatoes in an area of full sun in rich, well-draining soil. Tomatoes like a pH of 6.2 to 6.8. Prior to planting, mix in a slow release fertilizer with calcium into the planting holes. This will help keep the fruit from getting blossom end rot. Also, add a few inches (7.5 cm.) of compost to provide nutrients and retain moisture. Space plants 24-36 inches (61-91.5 cm.) apart. Equinox tomato care thereafter is the same as that for other tomato cultivars. Keep the plants consistently watered. There should be no need for additional fertilizer if the soil has been amended as above. It is a good idea to mulch around the plants to retard weeds, retain moisture, and help keep the roots cool. Fruit should be ready for harvest in 69-80 days from sowing and ready to eat fresh in salads or on sandwiches.
