Rose Tomato

Rose Tomato is an Amish Pennsylvania heirloom named for its bright pink, rose-colored fruits. Rich and sweet with an even balance of sweet and acid, it produces 10 to 16 ounce tomatoes in clusters of three to five. Vigorous vines offer great disease resistance and make this a delicious all-purpose variety.

At a glance

• Variety: Rose Tomato
• Type: Heirloom, open-pollinated, non-GMO
• Plant habit: Indeterminate, vigorous
• Fruit: Pink, 10 to 16 oz, in clusters of 3 to 5
• Origin: Pennsylvania Amish heritage
• Sun: Full sun

Best for

• Slicing for sandwiches
• Fresh salads
• All-purpose cooking
• Season-long fresh harvests
• Heirloom flavor lovers

How to grow

Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your last frost and transplant after frost. The vigorous indeterminate vines need sturdy cages, full sun, and consistent moisture to support heavy clusters all season.

Flavor profile

Rich and sweet with a balanced acidity, juicy and versatile for any tomato dish.

About MIgardener

MIgardener is a Michigan-based company known for affordable heirloom seeds that help home gardeners grow more food from every packet.