Purple from China: Dark Heirloom Tomato Review

Quick Summary of Purpurny from China (Purple from China) 🌍 Origin: An heirloom variety originating from China, circulating in the Russian seed-saving community under the name “Purpurny iz Podnebesnoy” (Purple from the Celestial Empire / Purple from China). 🌿 Plant Habit: Indeterminate, but relatively compact and manageable. When grown in a greenhouse and pruned to … Read more

Pomodoro del Nonno di Eupilio: Italian Heirloom Tomato Review

Quick Summary of Pomodoro del Nonno di Eupilio 🌍 Origin: A wonderful Italian heirloom whose name translates to “Grandpa Eupilio’s Tomato”. 🌿 Plant Habit: Indeterminate, mid-late season variety. Performs exceptionally well and produces heavy yields when grown in a greenhouse. 🍅 Fruit Characteristics: Distinctive red “pouch” or ribbed pear-like shape. The fruits are large and … Read more

Paris: Dark Heirloom Tomato Review

Quick Summary of Paris 🌍 Origin: A beautiful and highly productive dark beefsteak variety known simply as “Paris”. 🌿 Plant Habit: Indeterminate, but relatively manageable in height. Growers report it reaching about 1.4 meters (~4.5 ft) in a greenhouse. The bush is strong and sturdy. 🍅 Fruit Characteristics: Produces large, dark/brown beefsteak tomatoes weighing 200-400g … Read more