The Seed Savers Exchange - Donated by SSE member Reverend C. Frank Morrow of Minnesota. In his donation letter, Reverend Morrow states that the variety originated in Germany and has been in his family since 1916. Red beefsteak fruit 4-5" in diameter, 1½ lbs. Double fruit common. Good flavor, low acid, moderately sweet. Indeterminate, 80-90 days from transplant.
Characteristics:
Organic
Red beefsteak fruits grow to 4-5 inches, 1.5 pounds
Double fruits are common
Good flavor, low acid, moderately sweet
Indeterminate - Fruit ripens throughout the season
80-90 days from transplant
25 seeds in packet
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun.
Sow indoors 6 weeks before last frost
Germination 7-14 days
Plant apart 24-36"
Support: Cage, stake, or trellis
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