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| Botanical Name |
Lycopersicon lycopersicum |
| Seeds Per Pack |
25 |
| Life Cycle |
Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate |
5 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate |
10 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds |
1/4 in. |
| When to Sow |
Indoors 6-8 weeks before last spring frost |
| Growing Height |
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m) |
| Plant Spacing |
24-36 in. (60-90 cm) |
| Hardiness |
N/A |
| Sun Exposure |
Full Sun |
| Danger |
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested |
| Growth Habit |
Indeterminate |
| Soil pH Requirements |
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral), 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline) |
| Days to Harvest |
70-80 |
| Propagation Methods |
From herbaceous stem cuttings, From seed; germinate in a damp paper towel, From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting |
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds, Ferment seeds before storing |
| Open Pollinated (OP) |
Yes |
| Usage |
Fresh, salad, Fresh, slicing |
| Fruit Color |
Blue/Anthocyanin, Brown, Red-orange, Striped |
| Fruit Size |
Small (grape/cherry varieties) |
The Blue Keyes Tomato is a stunning, recent variety developed in the USA by Michael Keyes and Dean Slater, who named it after his friend, Rev. Michael Keyes. This exceptional multicolored, anthocyanin-rich tomato is as visually striking as it is delicious.
The small, pear-shaped fruits resemble cherries and feature a breathtaking mosaic of colors - shimmering dark red, indigo, and chocolate-brown hues accented with gold flecks and green undertones. When fully ripe, the fruits display an array of blue, purple, orange, and yellow, making them a feast for both the eyes and the palate. The dark, juicy flesh offers a plump, sweet, and slightly tangy flavor, perfect for fresh snacking, vibrant salads, or crafting flavorful sauces.