Similar to Cherokee Purple in color, size, shape and flavor but on a dwarf plant with a stout central stem that grows to only about four feet in height. The fruits are a very nice slightly oblate shape ranging from 6-12 oz. and ripen to a deep purple-rose to dark mahogany color. Flavor is full, intense, balanced and delicious. Perfect balance of meatiness and juiciness.
HISTORY: A Dwarf Tomato Project variety. It originated from a cross made by Patrina Nuske Small between Budai Torpe and Stump of the World, named Sleepy. Rosella Purple was selected from the Rosella Crimson material and named by Craig LeHoullier to reflect the distinct color.
Photo courtesy of Renassiance Farms.
Sold in a 3.5" pot.
ROSELLA PURPLE
VARIETY CHARACTERISTICS
GROWTH HABIT: Dwarf - Determinate
MATURITY: Early to mid-season
LEAF TYPE: Regular
FRUIT CLASS: Beefsteak
FRUIT SHAPE: Oblate
FRUIT SIZE: Medium
FRUIT COLOR: Purple
ORIGIN: A Dwarf Tomato Project varietyLOOKING FOR SEED?
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