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the Blue Keyes Tomato is a stunning, recent variety developed in the USA by Michael Keyes and Dean Slater, who named it after his friend, Rev. Michael Keyes. This exceptional multicolored, anthocyanin-rich tomato is as visually striking as it is delicious.
The small, pear-shaped fruits resemble cherries and feature a breathtaking mosaic of colors—shimmering dark red, indigo, and chocolate-brown hues accented with gold flecks and green undertones. When fully ripe, the fruits display an array of blue, purple, orange, and yellow, making them a feast for both the eyes and the palate. The dark, juicy flesh offers a plump, sweet, and slightly tangy flavor, perfect for fresh snacking, vibrant salads, or crafting flavorful sauces.
Michigan Seeds and Plants grown on our farm, Renegade Acres, in Howell, MI!
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.
Additional Info
| Botanical Name | Lycopersicon lycopersicum |
|---|---|
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate | 5 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate | 10 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds | 1/4 in. |
| When to Sow | Indoors 6-8 weeks before last spring frost |
| Growing Height | 4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m) |
| Plant Spacing | 24-36 in. (60-90 cm) |
| Hardiness | N/A |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Danger | Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested |
| Growth Habit | Indeterminate |
| Soil pH Requirements | 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral), 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline) |
| Days to Harvest | 70-80 |
| Propagation Methods | From herbaceous stem cuttings, From seed; germinate in a damp paper towel, From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting | Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds, Ferment seeds before storing |
| Open Pollinated (OP) | Yes |
| Usage | Fresh, salad, Fresh, slicing |
| Fruit Color | Blue/Anthocyanin, Brown, Red-orange, Striped |
| Fruit Size | Small (grape/cherry varieties) |
| Seeds Per Pack | 25 |
