Description
25 Seeds per pack
(Lycopersicon lycopersicum) 80-100 days An old Amish heirloom dating back to 1885. The Brandywine tomato is named after Brandywine creek in Chester County, Pennsylvania. This is a great tomato with that delicious flavor of a true heirloom tomato! Large, vigorous, indeterminate potato leaf vines produce deep red, large beefsteak-type 1 -2 lb. tomatoes. This is the Potato Leaf Variety. The Brandywine Red Potato Leaf Heirloom Tomato has a robust, full flavor which accounts for its fame as a delicious heirloom tomato. A fairly crack-resistant variety. Great slicing tomato!
Planting Instructions for Brandywine Red Tomato Seeds
Start Brandywine Red Tomato seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date. Plant the Tomato seeds ¼” deep in sterile seed starting mix. Germination occurs in 6-14 days in soil 70-90°F. Once true leaves develop, separate Heirloom / Open Pollinated Tomato plants into 3-4″ pots, placing in full light & cooler temps (60-70°F). Set out hardened off Brandywine Red Tomato transplants, in full sun, once soil has warmed, 18-30″ apart, in rows 3-4′ apart. Plant tall, spindly Brandywine Red Tomato seedlings deeper, the stems will sprout roots and support and strengthen the plant. To help prevent blossom end rot, put 1 Tbs of lime, ground oyster shells, or crushed eggshells at the bottom of your planting hole. The calcium will help build strong cell walls once your heirloom tomatoes plants start producing fruit. For strong Brandywine Red tomato plants, add 1 Tbs of aged compost and 1 Tbs of bone meal to the bottom of the hole as well.
FAQ:
What makes the Brandywine Red Tomato unique?
The Brandywine Red Tomato is an old Amish heirloom from 1885, known for its robust, full heirloom flavor. This variety features large, deep red, beefsteak-type fruits weighing 1-2 lbs and is grown on vigorous, indeterminate potato-leaf vines. Its delicious taste and crack resistance make it a favorite for slicing.
How long does it take for Brandywine Red Tomatoes to mature?
Brandywine Red Tomatoes take approximately 80-100 days to mature, making them a mid-to-late season variety that provides a rewarding harvest of flavorful fruits.
What type of plant is the Brandywine Red Tomato?
The Brandywine Red Tomato is an indeterminate variety, meaning it grows continuously and produces fruit throughout the season. The plants are vigorous and feature unique potato-like leaves, offering good foliage cover for the large fruits.
How should Brandywine Red Tomato seeds be planted?
To grow Brandywine Red Tomatoes, start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Plant seeds ¼ inch deep in sterile seed-starting mix at 70-90°F. Germination typically occurs in 6-14 days. Once true leaves develop, transplant seedlings into 3- to 4-inch pots and provide full light at cooler temperatures of 60-70°F. Harden off the plants and transplant them outdoors in full sun, spacing them 18-30 inches apart in rows 3-4 feet apart.
How can I ensure healthy Brandywine Red Tomato plants and prevent blossom end rot?
To prevent blossom end rot, add one tablespoon of lime, ground oyster shells, or crushed eggshells to the planting hole to provide calcium. Enrich the soil with one tablespoon each of aged compost and bone meal. Plant tall seedlings deeper to encourage root development along the stem, ensuring strong, productive plants capable of yielding large, delicious tomatoes. Proper staking will help support the heavy fruit load.
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tstappvan2294 –
I recently made a pot of chili made using three of these tomatoes, purchased at a road side farm stand. I diced them up and added them to the mix in the pot. I did not have to add ANY additional juice! Fantastic tomato!