HISTORY
“Riesentraube” means “giant bunch of grapes.” This is the original grape tomato, grown by the Pennsylvania Dutch around 1856. Often used to make wine, but even fresh, these small fruits have a big tomato taste.

HABIT
Compact indeterminate plants bear large clusters of 20+ fruits, each the size of a large cherry, with a distinct point at the blossom end.

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.