Cherokee Purple Tomato Seeds – Cherokee Purple
$5.00
Cherokee purple tomato seeds produce plants with large crops of 12 oz. fruits that rival Brandywine tomatoes for flavor.
The History Of Cherokee Purple Tomato Seeds
This strain was obtained from J. D. Green in Tennessee and is thought to be from the Cherokee Nation. On the whole, Cherokee Purple tomato seeds produce plants that rival Brandywine tomatoes for flavor.
Planting Tomato Cherokee Purple Seeds
Grow in full sun. Space 36 inches apart. Plant deeply, burying 2/3 of the stem. Plants are indeterminate, but seldom grow more than 4′ tall. Plant in well-draining, nutrient-rich soil. Also, keep soil consistently moist during the growing season. Even watering is critical to prevent cracked fruits and blossom end rot. Mulch soil to help reduce evaporation. Tomatoes are a warm-weather plant. A light frost will damage plants (28ºF to 32ºF). Protect from frost. Here are some more details on how to plant Cherokee Purple tomatoes.
Preserving and Storing Your Tomatoes For Later Use
Productive plants produce large crops of 12 oz. fruits. You can freeze any type of tomato for the purpose of preservation. Alternatively, dried tomatoes are endlessly versatile in soups, pasta dishes, or paired with eggs. And, because tomatoes are dried raw, with their skins intact, dehydrating tomatoes may preserve delicate nutrients that are lost when tomatoes are cooked. This helpful article will show you how to effectively can your tomatoes for long-lasting benefits!
Cooking With Cherokee Purple Tomatoes
Excellent tomato flavor. As an heirloom beefsteak, you will best enjoy the Cherokee Purple tomato fresh without cooking. It especially makes a divine sandwich, raising the already delectable BLT to astronomical heights. It also shines in a salad or simple, yet mouth-watering, spread of sliced tomatoes, basil, and fresh mozzarella. Click here to learn about making an intriguing heirloom tomato sauce.
Cherokee Tomato Nutrition
Lycopene, the phytochemical that makes tomatoes red, is a prostate protector and helps eliminate skin-aging free radicals caused by ultraviolet rays. Additionally, you can find more nutritional facts on Cherokee Purple tomatoes here.
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Weight | 0.01 lbs |
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Package Size | Packet (100 seeds), Packet (250 seeds), Packet (500 seeds), 1/2 Ounce, 1 Ounce, 1/4 Ounce, 4 Ounces |
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