Merk1_99
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kumato seeds

Been starting my seed order. Anyone know where to get Kumato seeds? My son loves them and it was his only request. Wondering if I should just buy some kumato's and dry the seeds myself. Would they be viable?

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applestar
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Kumato is an F1 hybrid so the seeds from the fruits may not produce the same kind of fruit. That said, I grew F3's from seeds collected from fruits F2's a friend grew and thought they tasted pretty good, so you never know. If you have the room, grow a little extra so you have better chance of ending up with something you are looking for.

Here's a REALLY interesting instruction on basic tomato genetics:
https://kdcomm.net/~tomato/gene/genes.html

Oh! Forgot to answer the question -- yes the seeds will be viable. You can use the fermenting method or just rub in a wire strainer to get the gel off. I think there's a sticky for saving tomato seeds. :wink:



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