Tomato 'Riesentraube' Seeds (Naturally Grown)
$3.50
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SKU
GH0916
This old German heirloom has been cultivated by the Amish since 1855.
This old German heirloom has been cultivated by the Amish since 1855. The sweet red 1-oz. fruit grow in large clusters, and the name means "Giant Bunch of Grapes" in German. Many enjoy the rich, full tomato flavor that is missing in today's cherry types. Large plants produce massive yields.
| 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; 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 | Drying, Fresh, salad |
| Fruit Color | Red |
| Fruit Size | Small (grape/cherry varieties) |
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