Hillbilly Tomato
Hillbilly Tomato
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Hillbilly is a stunning West Virginia heirloom tomato that produces massive bi-color fruits weighing 1 to 3 pounds. One of the largest varieties in the garden, this indeterminate plant yields heavily, with rich, sweet fruit beautifully marbled throughout.
At a glance
- Variety: Hillbilly, heirloom beefsteak tomato
- Type: Heirloom, open-pollinated, non-GMO
- Growth habit: Indeterminate
- Fruit weight: 1 to 3 pounds
- Color: Bi-color, marbled throughout
- Sun: Full sun
Best for
- Slicing for sandwiches and burgers
- Colorful salads
- Fresh summer eating
- Showpiece harvests
How to grow
Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost and transplant after frost has passed. Plant in full sun with rich soil and provide sturdy staking or caging for the heavy fruit. Water consistently to reduce cracking.
Flavor profile
Rich and sweet with low acidity and a smooth, meaty texture.
About MIgardener
MIgardener is a family-run, Michigan-based seed company offering a huge selection of affordable heirloom and non-GMO seeds. Their mission is to make gardening simple, accessible, and budget-friendly for everyone.
Product facts
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- MIgardener
- Maker based in
- St. Clair, Michigan
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