Cosmonaut Volkov Tomato, Heirloom Seeds

Cosmonaut Volkov Tomato, Heirloom Seeds — The Ukrainian Heirloom With Rich, Deep, Sweet-Tangy Flavor

Cosmonaut Volkov (Lycopersicon lycopersicum) is of Ukrainian origin, selected by Russian space engineer-turned-avid-gardener Mikhailovich Maslov — and it will land a regular spot in your garden. Early enough for a quick Russian summer, with a taste sensation that only an heirloom can offer: rich, deep, balanced, sweet, and tangy. Indeterminate plants set generously sized, 2–3 inch, slightly squat, deep red fruits with green-tinged shoulders and bright red interiors. Heavy yields of big fruit around 4–5 inches in diameter. 72 days.

Why Grow Cosmonaut Volkov?

• Rich, deep, sweet-tangy flavor — a taste sensation only an heirloom can offer
• Ukrainian heritage, selected by a Russian space engineer — a tomato with a remarkable story
• Heavy yields of 4–5 inch fruits — generously sized, deep red with green-tinged shoulders
• Early enough for short Russian summers — reliable in cool, short seasons
• Open-pollinated heirloom — save seed year after year

Growing Notes

Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost. Transplant outdoors after frost danger has passed, spacing plants 24–36 inches apart in full sun. Stake or cage. Water consistently. Harvest when green-tinged shoulders have fully colored and fruit gives slightly to pressure. 72 days from transplant.

Days to maturity: 72 days
Fruit size: 2–3 inches, slightly squat, deep red
Plant type: Indeterminate
Type: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated, Non-GMO, Annual
Sun: Full sun
USDA Zones: 3–12