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The Crazy Horse, created by Dean Slater of Michigan, is a versatile and productive mid-season variety that delivers consistent harvests of juicy, flavorful fruit. This indeterminate tomato plant, with regular leaf foliage, keeps producing until the frost, making it a reliable choice for gardeners seeking steady yields.
The fruits are small to medium beefsteaks, averaging 4 to 5 ounces in weight, with a rich black hue that adds a touch of elegance to any dish. The flavor is balanced and delightful, offering a sweet taste with just a hint of acidity, making it a perfect all-rounder for the kitchen.
Whether you’re slicing it for sandwiches, enjoying it fresh, adding it to salads, or canning it for later use, the Crazy Horse Tomato is a must-have for its versatility, dependable production, and delicious taste. A great choice for gardeners looking for a unique and flavorful addition to their tomato collection!
Michigan Seeds and Plants grown on our farm, Renegade Acres, in Howell, MI!
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.
Additional Info
Botanical Name | Lycopersicon lycopersicum |
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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 | Canning, Fresh, salad, Fresh, slicing |
Fruit Color | Brown |
Fruit Size | Medium (under one pound) |
Seeds Per Pack | 25 |