High Mowing Organic Seeds Cherokee Purple Tomato
Best flavorful heirloom for home gardeners prioritizing organic seed quality.
A classic heirloom choice prized for its deep, dusky color and exceptionally rich, smoky flavor. This variety delivers large, beefsteak-style fruits that bring a sophisticated, savory depth to fresh salads and sandwiches.
$4.15
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Oshkosh Provisions (UNFI distributor/wholesale)
Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking gourmet, garden-to-table flavor for fresh salads
- Eco-conscious gardeners prioritizing chemical-free and sustainable growing methods
- Enthusiastic growers wanting a high volume of fruit from fewer plants
Who should skip it
- Gardeners needing durable fruit that can withstand rough handling
- Beginners in humid climates struggling with persistent garden pathogens
- Low-maintenance gardeners with limited space or minimal support structures
Performance breakdown
Flavor Complexity
Deep, smoky sweetness sets the gold standard for heirloom tomato taste.
Germination Reliability
High Mowing seeds consistently deliver strong, viable starts for home growers.
Culinary Versatility
Perfect for fresh slicing, salads, or elevating simple summer sauces.
Harvest Yield
Beefsteak size requires patience, but rewards with substantial, heavy fruit production.
Organic Integrity
Certified organic and non-GMO status ensures pure, chemical-free gardening results.
Growing Difficulty
Heirloom varieties demand attentive care and staking to support heavy vines.
Key Specs
Variety
Cherokee Purple
Plant Type
Tomato
Seed Weight
0.1 g
Certification
Organic
Trait
Non-GMO
Lifecycle
Annual
Botanical Name
Solanum lycopersicum
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