How long tomatoes take to germinate
At a soil temperature of 65° to 85°F, tomato seeds take approximately 6 to 8 days to germinate.
The wait: Approximately 6 to 8 days at the optimum soil temperature range of 65° to 85°F.
- The optimum temperature range for tomatoes is 65° to 85°F.
- Tomato seeds may still germinate at 50°F, but it will take over 40 days.
- There will probably be no germination if the soil temperature is 104°F.
The mistake to avoid: Expecting germination at a soil temperature of 104°F, where there will probably be none.
Germination varies with soil temperature, moisture and seed age; your local extension office is the closest authority.
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