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Tomato Cherokee Purple Seed Seeds

Tomato Cherokee Purple Seed






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Quantity Discounts
Size Quantity Price Each
Seed / Untreated / 1,000 Seeds 1 to 4 $17.33
Seed / Untreated / 1,000 Seeds 10 or more $12.99
Seed / Untreated / 1,000 Seeds 5 to 9 $14.73
Rumored to be a descendant of a variety used by the Cherokee Indians, this interesting heirloom tomato has a distinctive look. Medium-large, deep oblong fruit have a pink-purple color inside and out. The Cherokee Purple tomato is a great addition for plant sales and roadside markets.

Ark of Taste is a recovery and conservation effort by Slow Foods USA. You can help grow and preserve their heritage to protect the biodiversity of endangered varieties. We are proud to offer these varieties in hopes to preserve diversity for future generations.

Cherokee Purple Heirloom Tomato Seeds for Sale

Cherokee Purple tomatoes develop a deep dusky-rose color and are known for their sweet taste, often compared with Brandywine. Their brick-red flesh is attractive sliced on a plate for presentation. These purple tomatoes are complex, balanced and slightly smoky.

Enjoy Cherokee Purple tomatoes fresh without cooking, either plain or sprinkled with salt. The fruit makes a delectable sandwich and shines in a spread of sliced tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil.

PACKAGING
  • Approximately 161,260 seeds per pound

CULTURE
  • Soil temperature: 75 - 80 degrees fahrenheit
  • Seeding depth: 0.25 - 0.5 inches
  • Germination days: 6 - 14 days
  • Grow on temperature day: 60 - 65 degrees fahrenheit
  • Weeks indoor: 5 - 6 weeks
  • Maturation days: 72 days
SHIPPING

We are currently processing and shipping most orders within 2-3 business days of receipt (backorders not included), via USPS or UPS. Due to high demand during the peak months of January-May, orders may require additional time for packaging/shipment. Live plants are only shipped at certain times of the year. Plugs & liners ship directly from our plug & liner grower specialists. Expedited services are available. We do not ship on Saturday or Sunday. Orders placed Friday - Sunday are considered received on Monday. We also do not ship during company-recognized holidays. Preferred shipment carriers are USPS and UPS.

  • $0.01 to $10.00$4.75
  • $10.01 to $40.00$7.95
  • $40.01 to $100.00$12.50
  • $100.01 to $150.00$14.75
  • $150.01 to $199.99$16.50
  • $200 or moreFREE
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