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Amish Paste Tomato, Heirloom, Organic options Available - Slow Food Ark of Taste Variety

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Amish Paste Tomato -  A beautiful tomato prized for its flavor and heavy yields. One of Slow Food USAs Ark of Taste varieties. This variety embodies heirloom excellence – flavorful, productive, and steeped in history. Ideal for gardeners seeking paste tomatoes that rival commercial hybrids! 🌿🍅 We sell this tomato a variety of ways - some folks want a ton while others just want a handful. 

History and Origin

  • Discovery and Heritage: Introduced in the 1970s by tomato enthusiast Kenneth Miller from Reynoldsburg, Ohio, who obtained seeds from Amish growers near Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Some sources trace its roots to Wisconsin Amish communities in the late 1800s.
  • Heirloom Status: Open-pollinated and non-hybrid, passed down through generations. It gained popularity through seed savers like the Seed Savers Exchange (SSE), debuting in their 1980 yearbook.
  • Cultural Significance: Represents Amish agricultural traditions, emphasizing flavor over uniformity in heirloom gardening.
Fruit Description
  • Size and Shape: Pear- or oxheart-shaped, 6-8 oz (occasionally up to 1 lb).
  • Color: Deep red exterior; uniform, meaty red flesh.
  • Texture and Seeds: Very thick-walled, low seed count, minimal juice – perfect for processing without draining.
  • Days to Maturity: 80-85 days from transplant (mid-season).
  • Yield: High; 10-20 lbs per plant under good conditions.
Flavor Profile and Culinary Uses
  • Taste: Rich, sweet-tangy flavor with low acidity; excellent fresh or cooked.
  • Best For:
    1. Sauces, pastes, and canning (cores quickly and cooks down smoothly).
    2. Fresh eating in salads or sandwiches.
    3. Roasting, soups, and salsas.
  • Comparisons: Similar to San Marzano but with superior flavor depth and higher yields in home gardens.
Growing Guide
  1. Starting Seeds: Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost (soil temp 70-80°F). Germination: 7-14 days.
  2. Transplanting: Harden off seedlings; plant after frost danger (soil 60°F+).
  3. Soil and Water: Well-drained, fertile loam (pH 6.0-6.8). Consistent moisture; mulch to retain water.
  4. Fertilizer: Balanced NPK early, then high-potassium for fruiting.
  5. Harvest: Pick when fully red and slightly soft. Store at room temp.
  6. Challenges: Prune suckers for better airflow

Climate Suitability: Thrives in USDA zones 3-11; heat-tolerant but performs best in moderate summers. 

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Amish Paste Tomato, Heirloom, Organic options Available - Slow Food Ark of Taste Variety Reviews

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