Small Fruited/Cherry Tomatoes

	Wonderberry (Sunberry) SOLANUM .09g seed, USDA Certified Organic Code: 47001 Price:$2.85 Quantity in Basket: none
(Solanum Burbankii) [Developed by plant genius Luther Burbank.] An interesting tomato relative. 3' plants yield dozens of clusters of dark, 1/4" berries, and each cluster holds 8-12 fruits. Unique, huckleberry-like flavor makes for intriguing dessert fillings, jellies, syrups, etc. Grown in the usual tomato fashion, but Wonderberry seeds are more finicky to germinate – the tiny seeds need to keep moist for a much longer period. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before transplanting outside after the last frost. Space plants 30" apart. Pkt (0.09g)
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	Green Grape TOMATO .08g seed, USDA Certified Organic Code: 49118 Price:$2.35 Quantity in Basket: none
78 days. (Semi-determinate) [Developed and released in 1986 by Tater Mater Seed.] 'Green Grape' was selected from a cross of two or more heirloom varieties.] Ripe fruits are yellow-green: green at the shoulder, green with yellow veins at mid-section, and translucent yellow-green at the blossom end (resembling large Muscat grapes). Flesh and juice are green. Fruits average 1-3/8" in diameter and are borne in clusters of 4 to 12. Its flavor is in the top 5% of the varieties we have grown. Pkt.
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	Mini Orange TOMATO .16g seed, USDA Certified Organic Code: 49127 Price:$2.50 Quantity in Basket: none
66 days. (Indeterminate) Medium length vines produce an abundance of miniature orange tomatoes, 1-1/2" in diameter. A distinctive feature of 'Mini Orange' is its bright orange color. Mix this variety with red, yellow and green cherry tomatoes to make attractive salads. Flavor is mild and slightly tangy. Firm fruits offer good resistance to fruit worm. Ripens from green to yellow to orange. Recommended especially for the hot southern areas where night temperatures above 70oF shut down fruit set in large fruited varieties. Pkt.
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	Riesentraube TOMATO, CHERRY .16g seed, USDA Certified Organic Code: 49137 Price:$2.50 Quantity in Basket: none
70 days. (Indeterminate) [German heirloom introduced 1993 by SESE. from seed sent to us by tomato collector Dr. Carolyn Male. Originally from East Germany, it also may have been grown by the Pennsylvania Dutch as early as 1855.] 'Riesentraube' translates from the German as "giant bunch of grapes". One of Riesentraube's outstanding features is the large number of flowers produced per cluster: up to 350 flowers! Flower clusters appear as compact floral sprays giving rise to large tomato we have grown. The cherry-sized tomatoes eigh approximately 3/4 oz. And measure 1-1/2 x 1-1/4". Distinctive red fruits have a rounded pear shape with sharp pointed end. Vine growth is compact, highly branched, with good foliage cover for developing fruits. The red fruits have excellent full-flavor similar to that found in flavorful beefsteak tomatoes. An excellent salad tomato, great for snacks. Pkt.
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	Wickline Cherry TOMATO, CHERRY .16g seed Code: 49150 Price:$2.95 Quantity in Basket: none
85 days approx. (Indeterminate) Beefsteak tomato flavor in a cherry-sized fruit. [Introduced 1991 by SESE. Heirloom from Pennsylvania.] 'Wickline Cherry' is a gourmet cherry tomato. Borne in clusters of four, the pinkish-red, egg-shaped fruits measure 1 x 1-1/2 in.. Plants are tall, well branched, productive, and tolerant of cool wet conditions. Fruits are meaty with a well-balanced mixture of flavor components. Good especially for salads and the restaurant trade. Pkt.
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	Yellow Pear TOMATO, CHERRY .08g seed, USDA Certified Organic Code: 49154 Price:$2.45 Quantity in Basket: none
(asc, fw1) 75 days. (Indeterminate) [First described in 1805 by Persoon.] Pear-shaped yellow tomatoes about 1-1/2 x 3/4" with mild flavor. Very productive, and heat-resistant. Excellent for popping in your mouth or for preserves. Pkt.
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	Dr. Carolyn TOMATO .08g seed Code: 49182 Price:$2.50 Quantity in Basket: none
65 days. (indeterminate) [Selected from a sport of 'Galinas'. Named by Steve Draper in honor of Dr. Carolyn Male who first saved the seed.] The most flavorful yellow cherry tomato we have grown. It has an excellent balance of sugar, tartness and depth of flavor. The pale yellow, cherry-sized fruits are typically borne 6 to a cluster with fruits of uniform size measuring 1-1/4" x 1-1/4". The large vines are extremely vigorous, well branched, and provide excellent cover. Pkt. "If you sell at the farmers market, put a basket of these tomatoes out for people to try. Almost everybody that tries one will buy a pint. They may hurt their necks from turning their heads too quickly though." -Cricket Rakita
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	Amy's Sugar Gem TOMATO .16g seed Code: 49198 Price:$2.85 Quantity in Basket: none
(Indeterminate, open-pollinated) This tomato was developed by Dr. Jeff McCormack by crossing the small fruited 'Red Cherry' with the larger fruited heirloom 'Tappy's Finest'. 'Amy's Sugar Gem' is noteworthy especially for it's texture, meatiness, small core, and sweet, full flavor. This versatile tomato is excellent in salads, sandwiches, and sauces. Fruits are small to medium, averaging less than 2 oz, typically measuring 1-1/2" wide by 1-3/4" high. Vines are tall, vigorous, and productive throughout the growing season. This introduction is of interest to home gardeners as well as fresh market growers. 'Amy's Sugar Gem' is named in appreciation of Amy Boor Hereford whose grandmother "Tappy" introduced Jeff to heirloom tomatoes in 1982. The 'Sugar Gem' portion of the name refers to the sweet flavor and the tiny light gold sparkles in the red skin. Pkt.
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	Pale Yellow Egg TOMATO, CHERRY .09g seed Code: 49219 Price:$2.50 Quantity in Basket: none
80 days. (Indeterminate) [From biodynamic grower Sharon Carson] The light yellow -- almost translucent – egg-sized and egg-shaped fruit are mild, sweet, and abundant. Pkt
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	Matt’s Wild Cherry (Lycopersicon esculentum) TOMATO, CHERRY .08g seed, USDA Certified Organic Code: 49804 Price:$0.00 Quantity in Basket: none
60 days (Indeterminate) [From seed collected in the wild near Hidalgo in eastern Mexico.] Plants bear loads of intensely sweet and flavorful small, deep red cherry tomatoes. Plants are vigorous, disease-resistant, and sprawling. 5/8" to 3/4" fruits borne in clusters of 7-13. Favorite at our 2007 festival! Pkt (0.08g)
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	Matt’s Wild Cherry (Lycopersicon esculentum) TOMATO, CHERRY 1.5g seed, USDA Certified Organic Code: 49804A Price:$5.50 Quantity in Basket: none
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CULTURE: Sow seeds 6 weeks before the last frost date for your area. Plant seed 1/4 inch deep in shallow flats and maintain soil temperature in the range of 75-85oF (24-29oC) for good germination. When the seedlings have produced several leaves, transplant to 3” pots to promote root growth. After transplanting, keep seedlings at a lower temperature at night, 50-60oF (10-13oC), to promote earlier flowering in some varieties. Day temperatures should rise to 75-85oF (24-29oC) to promote rapid growth. Expose plants to light and air currents to harden the plants and to encourage stockiness. Water sparingly, but do not allow the growth to become checked. Fertilize with complete, soluble fertilizer or fish emulsion if leaves become yellow and/or purple. Keep phosphorous levels high. Too much nitrogen will delay fruiting. For transplanting to the garden, average soil temperature should be 60-65oF (16-18oC). SPACING: Staked plants should be spaced about 18 to 24” apart. Caged plants should be spaced about 24 to 36” apart. DISEASES: Plant disease-resistant varieties for a sustained harvest. Leaf blight diseases such as early blight and alternaria begin to appear about mid-July, and plants are more susceptible once fruit production begins. To reduce disease problems, use resistant or tolerant varieties and rotate tomatoes to different parts of the garden each year, using a three-year rotation. Fusarium wilt (race 1), a disease caused by a soil fungus, is common in the Mid-Atlantic region during mid- to late-season. Fusarium races 1 and 2 are present in southern regions. Where fusarium wilt is present a six-year rotation or use of resistant varieties is recommended. Do not plant eggplants, peppers, or potatoes in wilt-infested soil during the rotation period. Avoid planting tomatoes near walnut trees to avoid “walnut wilt”. Early blight and anthracnose are common in the Mid-Atlantic region, and are favored by hot, humid conditions. Late blight is more common in inland regions at higher elevations, especially during the spring and fall. Blossom-end rot is prevented by ensuring an adequate level of soil calcium, and steady moisture. PESTS: Tomatoes planted in healthy soil will generally have few severe pest problems. FLAVOR: Type of fertilizer used has an effect on flavor. Highly flavored tomatoes are sometimes subject to “off flavors” under certain growing conditions. Avoid placing freshly harvested tomatoes in the refrigerator because refrigeration will destroy much of the delicate flavor. Tomatoes are best stored at a temperature above 50oF (10oC). SEED SAVERS: Isolate varieties of L. lycopersicon by a minimum of 35’ for home use and 75’ to 150’ for pure seed. Isolate varieties of L. pimpinellifolium species from all other tomato species by a minimum of 150’. MATURATION DATES: Days to maturity are the number of days after transplanting. PACKET: Seed size varies considerably, 0.08 to 0.16 g (about 40 to 83 seeds, depending on variety, average 64 seeds) sows 100’. SEEDS/OZ: 7000 to 15,000 seeds/oz. (average 11,500) sows 3/4 to 1-1/2 acre of transplants at 18” spacing in rows 4’ apart.

DETERMINATE AND INDETERMINATE VARIETIES: Determinate varieties are short-vined plants that seldom need staking. Blossoms and fruit develop about the same time. Indeterminate varieties are long-vined plants that bear fruit continuously. These varieties should be caged or staked. Some varieties are semi- determinate. MULCHING: Too much mulch on the soil in the spring may delay growth by preventing soil temperature from rising enough to support active root growth. Starting at the end of June, apply a deep mulch around plants to conserve moisture and increase yield. YIELD: Too much nitrogen after transplanting will delay flowering. High levels of phosphorus are necessary to produce good yields. Pruning and staking increases earliness to fruiting at the expense of yield. Indeterminate varieties may be pruned if necessary. Pruning of determinate varieties should be kept to a minimum. For largest yields, cages 2’ wide by 5’ tall are recommended for indeterminate varieties.