Our heirloom tomatoes are classified as family heirlooms. Family heirloom seeds have been passed down by family members and/or brought to America by immigrants. New for 2011, we are trialing twelve heirloom tomato varieties--watch for pictures and reviews in a few weeks.
Cherokee Purple Tomato
History of the seed: This type of tomato was first cultivated by the Cherokee Indian tribes.
Color: Dusty deep pink with purplish tint and green shoulders.
Taste: Sweet, deep, rich flavor.
History of the seed: This type of tomato was first cultivated by the Cherokee Indian tribes.
Color: Dusty deep pink with purplish tint and green shoulders.
Taste: Sweet, deep, rich flavor.
Hillbilly Potato Leaf Tomato
History of the seed: Origin is uncertain--seed obtained through Seed Savers--Decorah, IA
Color: Ribbed-shoulder shaped tomatoes that are primarily yellow with red shading.
Taste: Sweet, fruity flavor with a smooth texture.
History of the seed: Origin is uncertain--seed obtained through Seed Savers--Decorah, IA
Color: Ribbed-shoulder shaped tomatoes that are primarily yellow with red shading.
Taste: Sweet, fruity flavor with a smooth texture.
Red Brandywine Tomato
History of the seed: This type of tomato was named after the Brandywine River in eastern Pennsylvania.
Color: Glode shaped tomatoes that are red.
Taste: Slightly sweet, intense, rich flavor.
History of the seed: This type of tomato was named after the Brandywine River in eastern Pennsylvania.
Color: Glode shaped tomatoes that are red.
Taste: Slightly sweet, intense, rich flavor.
