One of the most beautiful tomato’s grown today. Fruits grow red with thin gold, green and orange stripes. This beefsteak variety is elegantly tasty with a nice sweet that compliments most dishes. An all time favorite with gourmet grocers and chefs.

Fruit size: 12 – 16 oz
Matures: 84 days
Plant spacing: 36 inches apart
Plant size: 6 feet tall
Plant type: Indeterminate

Fun Facts

• The Tomato is believed to have originated in the western portions of South America
• Varieties of wild tomatoes are still found in Peru
• Aztecs of Central America called it "xitomatl"
• In 1692 a cookbook was published in Naples and mentions the Tomato

USES
They can be used fresh, frozen, canned and in salads

Sowing instructions
• Start indoors in a good draining potting mix indoors 6 weeks before planting outside or continue to grow indoors
• Germination results in12 -15 days at a soil temperature of 70-90 degrees F
• Soil temperature should be at least 60-70 degrees F when planting outdoors
• Grow in a standard potting mix
• Place in bright filtered light
• Likes a deep, rich well fertilized soil
• Keep moist and feed once a month
Transplant when large enough to handle into pots
• Keep humid if in dry conditions by occasional misting
• Do not allow to remain in standing water
• Mist flowers to encourage fruiting


Plant Care
Harden off and set out after all danger of frost is past in a nice sunny spot. For the biggest yields place plants in raised composted beds. Water regularly.

Growing Tips

Keep plants well watered
Seed can be sown indoors 6 weeks before last frost date
For the biggest yields grow plants in raised composted beds. Water regularly.

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