The **Brandywine Tomato** is a famous heirloom variety known for its rich flavor and large size. It comes in different color varieties, including Red, Yellow, Pink and True Black. Below is a detailed description of this tomato: ### Heirloom or Hybrid: - **Heirloom**: The Brandywine is an open-pollinated, heirloom variety, passed down for generations, prized for its flavor. ### History: - The Brandywine tomato is believed to have originated in the late 19th century, with documented cultivation dating back to around 1885. It gained significant popularity through seed savers and has become a symbol of the resurgence of heirloom tomatoes. - The name "Brandywine" is thought to be a reference to the Brandywine River in Pennsylvania. - Its history is a bit mysterious, as there are several stories regarding its exact origins, but it is one of the best-known heirloom tomatoes today. ### Days to Harvest: - Typically **80-100 days** to harvest, making it a mid-to-late season variety. ? Fruit Color: Red, yellow, pink, or deep purple-black, depending on the variety. Brandywine Red produces a deep red, classic tomato color. Brandywine Yellow offers a golden-yellow hue. Pink Brandywine (often referred to as Sudduth's Strain) features a rich, dark-pink skin with green shoulders and meaty, pinkish flesh. True Black Brandywine showcases a striking dark red to purple-black skin with dark green shoulders, dense beefsteak flesh, and a spicy, complex flavor typical of black tomato varieties. - FRUIT SIZE *3 to 4 inches** in diameter, often larger depending on growing conditions. - They are full-sized slicing tomatoes. ### Fruit Weight: - **10 to 16 ounces** per fruit, although they can sometimes reach even larger sizes. ### Fruit Taste/Flavor: - **Rich, sweet, and complex flavor** with a nice balance of acidity. Often described as the quintessential tomato taste. Brandywines are famous for their juicy texture and delicious flavor, making them highly sought after by tomato enthusiasts. ### Uses: - **Fresh eating**, especially in salads and sandwiches. - Great for **slicing** due to their large size and flavor. - **Not typically used for canning** as they are known more for fresh eating, but they can be used for sauces if desired. ### Plant Style: - **Indeterminate**: These plants will continue to grow and produce fruit throughout the season until frost, requiring staking or caging. ### Plant Size: - Can grow to a height of **6-10 feet**, depending on growing conditions and care. Overall, the Brandywine tomato is a robust, flavorful heirloom variety, beloved for its flavor and history. It requires some care due to its size and indeterminate nature but rewards gardeners with large, delicious fruits. =s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s==s=s Free shipping to Canada- and USA Selected seeds only Add this item to your cart and keep shopping-- at https://www.ebay.ca/usr/okiger-2i55iwk =s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s==s=s=s=s=s=s=s= ? Shipping of Seeds and Cuttings: Orders are shipped via Canada Post Mail unless otherwise specified. ? Some items are shipped without tracking to keep costs low. This is the most economical option. Canada Post is incredibly reliable, but can be slow. ? If you require tracking or a faster delivery please message before ordering. ? We try to ship any live plants on MONDAYS or TUESDAYS as a precautionary measure to avoid delays over the weekend and ensure the viability of live plant orders. Weather may be a contributing factor in the processing of our orders and will occasionally cause some delay. ? We will ship seeds anywhere in the world, however, please make sure you check with your country's customs office to be sure that they are allowed in. We will not be held responsible for orders held, confiscated and/or destroyed by customs. Please note this and make sure you understand before you buy it. ? If you have a question or if you are unclear about shipping policies please contact us. ? We welcome questions! Contact us before, after, or during any transaction and you will receive a reply ASAP. ? Thanks for visiting! Don't forget to bookmark us!