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Description
xBold, flavorful beefsteak tomatoes for the home garden
The Burpee Big Rainbow is a true heirloom tomato, admired for its large, lumpy beefsteak fruit and a flesh marbled with red toward the bottom. The flavor is mild and sweet, making it an easy crowd-pleaser for salads, sandwiches, and vibrant platters. Expect sizable fruit that catches the eye and delivers a balanced tasting experience from garden to table. The vines are tall and vigorous, often producing abundant fruit throughout the warm months, with fruits commonly weighing around a pound and sometimes reaching up to 22 ounces. This combination of size, flavor, and visual appeal helps it stand out in casual garden plots and more decorative displays alike.
Growing Big Rainbow is a rewarding notes-to-table experience: you can watch the vines grow tall, manage crops flexibly in garden beds or large containers, and plan flavorful meals around fresh harvests. The seeds are easy to start and maintain, designed for home gardens that value steady production and dependable results from season to season. In addition to flavor, the variety’s marbled flesh adds a striking aesthetic when sliced for platters, offering both a sensory and culinary point of interest.
Key benefits at a glance
- EASY GROW SEEDS: Indeterminate vines produce fruit all summer after transplanting, typically beginning around 85 days, with plants reaching about 36 inches tall and an 18-inch spread.
- NON-GMO SEEDS: Each packet contains 100 non-GMO seeds, with Burpee’s long-standing commitment to quality and robust germination (often higher than industry standards).
- HEIRLOOM CLASSIC: Mild, sweet flavor paired with marbled flesh creates a visually appealing, versatile tomato ideal for multiple uses.
- GROWING TIPS: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost, then harden off before outdoor transplanting for best results.
- SIGNATURE HERITAGE: Burpee’s legacy since 1876 reflects trusted seeds, helpful growing tips, and a community of gardeners growing together.
Practical growing and kitchen ideas
With large, sturdy fruits and a forgiving growth habit, Big Rainbow adapts to various garden setups. Use the harvest for hearty sandwiches, caprese-style salads, or colorful platter displays. The plant’s tall vigor means you’ll likely have a reliable steady supply through the heart of tomato season, while the fruit’s mild sweetness complements a range of other vegetables and herbs.
To maximize yields and fruit quality, provide full sun, steady moisture, and sturdy support for the heavy fruit. Regular pruning is optional but can help maintain airflow and plant health, especially in humid climates. Whether you’re feeding a family, hosting a garden-to-table gathering, or simply enjoying the ritual of a thriving tomato plant, Big Rainbow offers a classic, dependable option backed by Burpee’s guidance and heritage.
FAQ
Q: What does 100 non-GMO seeds mean for Burpee Big Rainbow?
A: Each packet contains 100 non-GMO seeds, selected for home gardening and reliable germination.
Q: How big do the tomatoes and plants get?
A: Plants typically reach about 36 inches tall with an 18-inch spread, and fruits often weigh around 16 ounces, sometimes larger.
Shipping & Return
xReturn Policy
We offer a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return. For Patio, Lawn & Garden items, returns are only accepted for products that arrive damaged, defective, incorrectly shipped, or in a condition that is the fault of the seller.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it — unused, with all original packaging, tags, manuals, parts, and accessories included. Items that show signs of use, installation, outdoor wear, assembly, or damage caused after delivery cannot be returned.
You will also need your receipt or proof of purchase.
To start a return, contact us at gardencanada.ca@gmail.com
All approved returns must be sent to the following address:
Garden Canada – Returns Department
2601 E 28th St, STE 005
Signal Hill, California
United States
If your return is accepted, you will receive a prepaid return shipping label (when applicable) along with detailed instructions on how and where to send your package.
Items sent back without first requesting a return will not be accepted.
You can always reach us at gardencanada.ca@gmail.com for any return-related questions.
Damages and Issues
Please inspect your order upon delivery and contact us immediately if your item is damaged, defective, incorrect, broken, missing parts, or arrives in poor condition. We will evaluate the issue and make it right.
For seller-caused issues (damaged, defective, incorrect), Garden Canada will cover the return shipping cost.
Exceptions / Non-Returnable Items
The following items cannot be returned:
- Used or installed Patio, Lawn & Garden products
- Items showing signs of outdoor use, wear, dirt, or weather exposure
- Plants, seeds, bulbs, fresh flowers, and other perishable goods
- Products returned without original packaging, parts, manuals, or accessories
- Assembled furniture or products damaged during customer assembly
- Customized or personalized items
- Hazardous materials or flammable liquids
- Sale or clearance items
- Gift cards
If you are unsure about your item’s return eligibility, please contact us before sending it back.
Exchanges
Exchanges are only available for unused items that arrived damaged, defective, or incorrect. The fastest way to receive the item you want is to return the original (if eligible) and place a new order once your return is approved.
European Union 14-Day Cooling-Off Period
If your order is shipped into the European Union, you have 14 days to cancel or return the item for any reason. However, Patio, Lawn & Garden items must still be unused, in original condition, and in their original packaging with all included parts and accessories.
Refunds
Once we receive and inspect your return, we will notify you whether the refund was approved. If approved, your refund will be processed to your original payment method within 10 business days.
Please note that your bank or credit card provider may require additional time to process and post the refund.
If more than 15 business days have passed since your refund was approved, please contact us at gardencanada.ca@gmail.com
ORDER PROCESSING TIME
All orders are processed within 2–3 business days after payment confirmation. Orders placed on weekends or holidays will be processed on the next business day.
If there is any delay in preparing your order, we will notify you promptly by email.
SHIPPING TIME
Garden Canada ships exclusively within Canada across all provinces and territories.
Standard delivery: Total delivery time is approximately 5 business days (2–3 business days processing plus delivery time).
Remote or northern regions: 6–10 business days due to distance, weather conditions, and limited carrier routes.
Deliveries to areas such as Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, and certain rural communities may take longer because of seasonal and logistical factors.
While we always aim for timely deliveries, once a package is handed over to the carrier, Garden Canada is not responsible for carrier delays, service interruptions, or weather-related disruptions.
SHIPPING CONFIRMATION AND TRACKING
Once your order has shipped, you will receive a shipping confirmation email containing your tracking number and a link to track your shipment.
Tracking details typically become active within 24–48 hours after shipment.
SHIPPING RATES
Shipping within Canada is free on all orders.
Expedited or express delivery options may be available at checkout for an additional fee depending on your location.
ADDRESS ACCURACY
Please ensure your shipping address is complete and accurate before placing your order. Garden Canada is not responsible for delays, lost shipments, or delivery issues caused by incorrect or incomplete address information.
DAMAGED OR LOST PACKAGES
If your order arrives damaged, please contact us immediately at gardencanada.ca@gmail.com with clear photos of the package and its contents. We will review the situation and assist you as quickly as possible.
If your package is marked as “delivered” by the carrier but you have not received it, please first:
- Check with neighbors or building management
- Verify the shipping address used during checkout
- Contact your local delivery office
If the issue remains unresolved, please email us and we will help initiate a carrier inquiry or claim when applicable.
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING
At this time, Garden Canada ships only within Canada. International shipping options may become available in the future.
CONTACT
If you have any questions regarding shipping, please contact us at: gardencanada.ca@gmail.com
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