★ Organically grown on our farm
This extremely rare old French heirloom tomato is one of the finest tasting tomato varieties we have ever grown. Virtually unknown in the United States market, and to our knowledge only offered by our farm, this remarkable variety delivers a truly unforgettable tomato experience.
The flavor is wonderfully complex — balancing rich sweetness with a bold robust old-fashioned tomato taste that lingers long after eating. The fruits are small to medium sized with a deep rich red color and exceptional texture, making them perfect for fresh eating, salads, sandwiches, and gourmet dishes.
These vigorous plants are productive throughout the growing season and thrive in sunny garden conditions with proper support. The indeterminate vines continue producing beautiful flavorful tomatoes over an extended harvest period.
A true treasure among heirloom tomatoes, this rare French variety quickly became our absolute favorite during the 2017 growing season and remains one of the most exceptional tomatoes we have ever offered.
Rare French Heirloom Tomato Seed Details
- Quantity: 25 Seeds
- Plant Type: Rare Heirloom Tomato
- Growth Habit: Indeterminate
- Fruit Size: Small to Medium
- Fruit Color: Deep Rich Red
- Flavor: Sweet, Bold, Complex Old-Fashioned Tomato Flavor
- Seed Planting Depth: 1/4-1/2 Inch
- Germination Temperature: 70-85°F
- Days to Germination: 6-9 Days
- Row Spacing: 60 Inches
- Plant Spacing: 18-36 Inches
- 100' Row Yield: 75 Pounds
- Sun Requirements: Full Sun
- Harvest Time: Approximately 80 Days
- Ideal Uses: Fresh Eating, Salads, Sandwiches, Gourmet Dishes
- Special Features: Extremely Rare, Exceptional Flavor, Productive Plants
How to Save Seeds
Tomatoes are self-pollinating, so separating varieties by approximately 50 feet is generally sufficient for maintaining seed purity.
Harvest fully ripe tomatoes for seed saving. Fruits may even be allowed to sit for several days after harvest before processing the seeds.
Cut tomatoes in half and scoop the seeds and pulp into a mason jar with a small amount of water for fermentation. Seal loosely and place the jar in a warm location out of direct sunlight.
After 5 to 7 days, remove floating seeds and mold from the top. Pour the remaining healthy seeds through a fine mesh strainer and dry thoroughly on screens or paper towels, turning seeds often during drying to prevent sticking.
