HISTORY
A family heirloom tomato from the Amish, discovered in Wisconsin. Plum-shaped red fruit, about 1/2 pound in size.

HABIT
Medium indeterminate plant with wispy, regular-shaped leaves. Fruits have a sweet taste with somewhat juicy flesh. Popular for whole canning, paste, and purée.

CULTURE
Start seed indoors 6 to 8 weeks before frost danger is past.
May also be planted outdoors after last frost.
Plant seed 1 inch apart and cover with 1/4 inch fine soil, well pressed down.
Place seed tray in a very warm spot (day and night), cover with plastic or paper to preserve moisture until sprouting.
Germinates in 7 to 14 days depending on temperature.
Matures in 60 days from transplanting.