Family

Solanaceae

Description

The New Yorker tomato is an early-ripening, determinate variety bred by Dr. Robinson at Cornell University in the 1960s for short growing seasons and cooler northern climates. Compact and bushy, it produces round, bright red fruits weighing about 4–6 ounces, with a classic tomato flavor leaning toward the mildly sweet side. Its determinate habit makes it well-suited to smaller gardens and container culture, and it is known for setting fruit reliably even in less-than-ideal summer conditions.

Adapted for regions with shorter frost-free periods, the New Yorker can reach harvest in as little as 60 days from transplanting, making it a favorite for gardeners who want dependable yields before autumn chill arrives. Plants thrive in full sun and well-drained, fertile soil, and benefit from consistent moisture to avoid blossom-end rot and cracking. Its tidy growth and predictable harvest window also make it popular for home canning and fresh eating.