Tomato 'Cherokee Purple'
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A historic tomato with an unmatched taste
Tomato 'Cherokee Purple' (Solanum lycopersicum) offered by Semences OSC.
This old variety, cultivated since 1890, offers flat, juicy fruits of a purplish-pink color. With an average weight of 275-325 g, its fruits are distinguished by their dense, sweet flesh and their unique interior color ranging from purple to brown, with a touch of dark green. Perfect for lovers of original tomatoes with a rich taste. Indeterminate growth, ideal for continuous production.
Plant height: 50-100 cm
Growth Type: Indeterminate
Tomato Type: Beefsteak
Days to harvest: 75-80 days
Degree of difficulty: Easy
Frost Tolerance: Killed by Frost
Companion plants: Basil, onions, marigolds
Enemy plants: Potatoes, fennel
Suggested Uses: Fresh slices, salads, sauces
Plant Type: Annual
Cultivation method:
Sow seeds indoors about 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Use a peat moss-based mix for best germination at 70-75°F (21-24°C). When seedlings are 1.5 inches (4cm), transplant into individual pots and reduce the temperature to 60-65°F (15-18°C). Once hardened off, transplant into open ground in late May, spacing 3 feet (90cm) apart.
Plants require a sturdy stake and full sun exposure. Water regularly at the base and apply mulch to preserve moisture. Rotate crops annually to prevent disease.
