Granny Cantrell's German tomato is a heirloom tomato variety with a rich history. In the 1940s, Lettie Cantrell of West Liberty, Kentucky, received seeds from a World War II soldier returning from Germany. She grew this tomato in her garden until her passing in 2005 at the age of 96. This indeterminate, beefsteak-type tomato produces large, slightly flattened fruits that can weigh up to 2 pounds. The Granny Cantrell's German tomatoes have a pinkish-red hue, clear skin over red flesh, and a rich, sweet flavor. They are ideal for fresh consumption, slicing, cooking, and canning. Amateur Seeds grown and seed saved in Cork, Ireland, not certified for commercial use.
Scientific Name: solanum lycopersicum
Plant Life Cycle: annual
Optimal Germination Temperature: 21-29°C
Germination time in days: 7-14 days
Indicative Days to maturity: 80-120 days
Sunlight: Full Sun
Soil requirement: Well drained and rich
Sowing and cultivation: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Sow seed in a propagator from March in warmth. Keep small plants in a sunny, frost-free environment until they can be planted in the greenhouse from late April or outdoors in late May.
