Silvery Fir Tree Tomato

Silvery Fir Tree is a Russian heirloom tomato famous for its delicate, fern-like silvery foliage and compact habit. This determinate plant reaches about 24 inches, ideal for containers and small spaces, and bears an abundant crop of 2 to 4 ounce red fruits with a rich, tangy flavor.

At a glance

• Variety: Silvery Fir Tree Tomato
• Type: Heirloom, open-pollinated, non-GMO
• Plant habit: Determinate, about 24 inches
• Foliage: Fern-like, silvery
• Fruit: Red, 2 to 4 oz
• Sun: Full sun

Best for

• Container and patio growing
• Small-space gardens
• Fresh eating and salads
• Cooking
• Ornamental edible interest

How to grow

Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your last frost and transplant after frost. The compact determinate habit suits pots and small beds, needing little support. Give full sun and consistent moisture.

Flavor profile

Rich and tangy, lively for such a compact, early plant.

About MIgardener

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