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Purple Bumblebee Tomato is a stunning heirloom cherry tomato variety admired for its vibrant deep purple skin accented with shimmering green stripes reminiscent of a bumblebee. These small, glossy fruits are both visually striking and exceptionally flavorful, making them a standout addition to gardens and fresh culinary dishes.
Known for its rich sweetness balanced by a subtle tangy finish, Purple Bumblebee Tomato delivers outstanding flavor perfect for fresh eating, salads, charcuterie boards, salsas, and gourmet garnishes. Its colorful fruits pair beautifully with cheeses, herbs, and a wide variety of summer recipes.
This indeterminate tomato variety thrives in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil with regular watering and support. Easy to grow and highly productive, Purple Bumblebee Tomato rewards gardeners with continuous harvests of vibrant, flavorful fruits throughout the growing season.
Purple Bumblebee Tomato Seed Details
- Quantity: 25 Seeds
- 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-Foot Row Yield: Approx. 75 lbs
- Sun Requirements: Full Sun
- Harvest Time: Approximately 80 Days
- Growth Habit: Indeterminate
How to Save Purple Bumblebee Tomato Seeds
Purple Bumblebee Tomatoes are primarily self-pollinating, so separating different tomato 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 about a week after harvest before processing the seeds. Cut the tomatoes in half and scoop the seeds and pulp into a mason jar partially filled with water. Cover the jar loosely and place it in a warm area away from direct sunlight to ferment for approximately 5 to 7 days.
After fermentation, remove and discard any floating seeds and mold from the surface. Pour the remaining viable seeds through a fine mesh strainer, rinse thoroughly, and spread them onto a screen or paper towel to dry completely. Stir or turn the seeds regularly during drying to prevent sticking before storing them in a cool, dry location.
