How to Grow Kellogg's Breakfast
Solanum lycopersicum 'Kellogg's Breakfast'
Kellogg's Breakfast is a beloved heirloom tomato prized for its rich flavor and smooth texture. Gardeners grow this variety to enjoy large, juicy fruits that perform well in warm climates. Its distinct taste makes it a favorite for fresh salads and sauces.
📷 Wikipedia: TomatoStarting Kellogg's Breakfast: indoors or direct sow?
🌾 Sow directly in the garden — Kellogg's Breakfast is not usually started indoors.
Do not start indoors before the last frost; plant seedlings outdoors only after the soil has warmed and all risk of frost is gone.
Soil, care & harvest
Prepare loose, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.8. As a warm-season crop, start seeds indoors only after the danger of frost has passed or when nighttime temperatures remain consistently above 50°F. Sow seeds about ¼ inch deep in seedling trays. Germination typically takes seven to fourteen days under warm conditions.
Space plants 36 to 48 inches apart to ensure good air circulation. Provide sturdy support like a cage or trellis since the plant can reach ten feet tall. Maintain consistent moisture by watering deeply at the base, and apply mulch to retain soil water. Feed regularly with balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
Watch for tomato hornworms, aphids, spider mites, and whiteflies; use insecticidal soap or hand-pick pests early. Prevent cracking by watering consistently and avoid late blight through proper spacing. Harvest fruits eighty-five to ninety-five days after planting when they are fully colored and slightly soft to the touch.
When to Plant Kellogg's Breakfast
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | May | — | October – August |
| Zone 2 | April – May | — | October – September |
| Zone 3 | April | — | September – October |
| Zone 4 | March – April | — | September – October |
| Zone 5 | March | — | August – October |
| Zone 6 | March | — | August – October |
| Zone 7 | February – March | — | August – October |
| Zone 8 | February | — | July – September |
| Zone 9 | January | — | June – August |
| Zone 10 | January | — | June – August |
| Zone 11 | January | — | May – July |
| Zone 12 | January | — | May – July |
| Zone 13 | January | — | May – July |
Companion Plants for Kellogg's Breakfast
✓ Good companions
Repels aphids, whiteflies, and hornworms while potentially improving tomato flavor
Loosens soil for better root growth and doesn't compete for nutrients
Repels aphids and may help prevent fungal diseases
Benefits from tomato shade and utilizes different soil nutrients
Deters nematodes, aphids, and whiteflies with natural compounds
Acts as trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles
Repels various pests and attracts beneficial pollinators
Attracts beneficial insects like hoverflies and parasitic wasps
✗ Keep away from
Produces juglone toxin that causes tomato wilt and stunted growth
Compete for similar nutrients and may stunt tomato growth
Inhibits growth through allelopathic compounds that suppress tomato development
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
