You might just carry a lifelong torch for this cute new tomato! Sunset Torch has strong, dramatic striping from stem to tip. This is a very vigorous grower and was the first to ripen in multiple regions. As one judge explains the appeal, “The open growth habit displays fruit that pleases the eye before reaching the mouth!” Overall better performance, less splitting, good yields, a mildly sweet, fruity flavor, and disease resistance make this cutie a winner. Sunset-colored fruits are produced on easy-to-harvest trusses. High disease resistance to ToMV, Verticillium Wilt Va/Vd, Fusarium Wilt Races 1 and 2 and intermediate resistance to TYLCV and TSWV
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Transplanting is recommended. Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost. Set out when all danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed.
- “Very vigorous growth habit and first to ripen.”
- “Durable plants set good yields of beautiful, orange, uniform fruit that hold well in the field.“
- “Mild sweet flavor and deep color are highlights of this mini saladette type.”
- “Like the appearance of this one – orange stem end washing out to golden yellow fruit.”
- “Open habit displays fruit that pleases the eye before reaching the mouth.”
Pamela Keene –
Sunset Torch is indeed another winner with beautiful red and yellow streaks that give it its name. Its smaller oblong shape makes it a two-biter right off the plant and its flavor is mild with a little distinct finish . It was easy to grow and quickly took over our tall tomato cages. Production has slowed at the end of the summer, because our weather here in 7B/8A was so hot, but it will be part of my garden next year.