Tomato

Cherokee Purple

Growing Specs

The flavor from the fruit of this tomato plant is rich and full — often compared with Brandywine.

Special Tips

Tomatoes yield best in clay or loam soils that are well drained and high in organic matter.

Quick & Easy Flavor

This large dark purple heirloom tomato from Tennessee is rumored to have come from Cherokee gardeners. With its rich, full flavor, it's often compared with Brandywine. The flesh is brick-red and very attractive sliced on a plate.