Tomato- Cherokee Purple

Description

Tomato Cherokee Purple is a popular heirloom variety known for its rich, complex flavor and striking appearance. The large, beefsteak-style fruits ripen to a deep purple-red hue with slight green shoulders, offering a beautifully unique look in your garden. Cherokee Purple tomatoes are famous for their sweet, smoky flavor with earthy undertones, making them ideal for slicing, sandwiches, and fresh salads. The indeterminate plants produce fruit throughout the growing season, ensuring a steady harvest. This variety is a must-have for gardeners seeking both a visually stunning and flavorful tomato.

Features:

• Color: Deep purple-red with green shoulders when fully ripe, giving it a distinctive appearance.
• Taste: Sweet, smoky flavor with earthy undertones, providing a unique and rich taste experience.
• Size: Large, beefsteak-style fruits, typically ranging from 8-12 ounces (225-340 grams).
• Plant Type: Indeterminate, ensuring continuous fruit production throughout the growing season.
• Harvest: Typically ready for harvest in 75-90 days after transplanting.
• Versatility: Perfect for slicing, sandwiches, fresh salads, salsas, and making sauces.

Specifications:

• Plant Height: 5-6 feet (1.5-1.8 meters), with a spreading growth habit that benefits from staking or caging.
• Fruit Size: 8-12 ounces (225-340 grams) per fruit, large and meaty.
• Maturity Time: 75-90 days from transplanting to first harvest.
• Soil Requirements: Prefers well-draining, fertile soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-6.8).
• Watering: Requires regular watering, especially in dry periods. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
• Light Requirements: Full sun for optimal growth and fruit development.

Tomato Cherokee Purple is a beautiful and flavorful heirloom variety that brings both beauty and taste to your garden. Its rich, sweet, and smoky flavor makes it perfect for fresh dishes, while its impressive size and striking color will be a highlight in any garden or culinary creation. This indeterminate variety ensures a bountiful harvest throughout the season, making it a rewarding choice for gardeners.