Brandywine Tomato - Seed Savers Exchange

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(aka Red Brandywine) The original Brandywine introduced by Johnson and Stokes in 1889 from seeds they received from a customer in Ohio. Named after Brandywine Creek in Chester County, Pennsylvania. Large vines produce deep red 8-12 ounce fruits. Excellent flavor. Very productive.80 days from transplant±8,900 seeds/ozConventionalIndeterminate - Fruit ripens throughout the seasonDeep red fruits grow to 8-12 ouncesExcellent flavorVery productiveThis variety works for:Fresh eatingSaucePasteRoastingCanningStore your tomatoes at room temperature. The flavor and texture of tomatoes suffer when the fruit is chilled.Heirloom tomatoes are bred for their flavor and simple preparation best allows that intense flavor to shine through. Tomatoes can be sliced and drizzled with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and salt and pepper or layer slices with basil and mozzarella for a Caprese salad.Roasted tomatoes have a richer, concentrated flavor.There are hundreds of salsa recipes to try and most are dramatically improved with the use of heirloom tomatoes. Tomatoes are also the main ingredient in Gazpacho, a cold soup that is perfect for summer.