Prudens Purple Tomato

Scientific Name: Solanum lycopersicum 'Pruden's Purple'

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 3'-5'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

1-12

Prudens Purple Tomato plant details

Prudens Purple Tomato is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen annual / biennial or perennial fruit / vegetable with green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Prudens Purple Tomato

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial fruit / vegetable
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: culinary, edible, heirloom, indeterminate

GROWING CONDITIONS for Prudens Purple Tomato

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

According to seed farmer Aaron Whaley this is real contender for the best heirloom beefsteak. Potato leaf plants are loaded with 10-16 ounce, dark pink fruits with few seeds. Grows well in various climates. If you have tried Brandywine and found it finicky, give reliable Pruden's a try.