Tomato season is here, and our 2026 tomato variety list is packed with options for every gardener! From classic slicers and flavorful heirlooms to cherry tomatoes, sauce varieties, and dependable hybrids, we’re growing over 30 varieties this season. Whether you’re planting your very first tomato or looking for something new to try, there’s a perfect plant waiting for you.
Not sure which tomato is right for your garden? Stop in and chat with our team! We’re happy to answer questions about tomato varieties, planting tips, containers, watering, staking, and everything you need for a successful harvest this summer.
Heirloom vs. Hybrid:
Heirloom tomatoes are open-pollinated varieties that have been passed down for generations, usually 50+ years. Pros: Rich, complex flavor, unique colors, shapes, and sizes; seeds can be saved and replanted, often prized for taste over appearance. Cons: Can be slower to grow or harder to care for, more prone to cracking and disease, lower yields, and less uniform fruit.
Hybrid tomatoes are crosses between two tomato varieties bred for specific traits like disease resistance, productivity, or size. Pros: Often earlier-producing, higher yields, better disease resistance, and more consistent fruit. Cons: Fewer unusual varieties, seeds won’t grow true to type, flavor can sometimes be less complex.
Determinate vs. Indeterminate:
Determinate tomatoes are compact “bush-type” tomato plants that grow to a set height and produce most of their fruit over a shorter period of time. They are best for canning and sauce making
Indeterminate tomatoes are vining tomatoes that continue growing, flowering, and producing fruit until frost. They have a long harvest season and higher overall production.