Paw Paw Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum
Price: $2.95
SKU: 340268190 days, indeterminate - 'Paw Paw' is a regular leaf type plant that like other large fruited varieties, has moderate to low production depending on the growing conditions. However, the excellent taste and eating quality simply means we grow extra plants to make up for the potentially lower yields. The fruit are large (up to two pounds), bi-color, oblate-shaped, and beefsteak-type.
We received 'Paw Paw' from seed saver, the late Randy Sine, who was given seed from his friend, James "Spud" Raney. Spud received them from a customer of his who simply stated, "it is an old German yellow tomato that we've grown around here (West Virginia) for over eighty years." While similar to 'Old German' or 'German Yellow', it does not appear to be exactly the same as either.
We received 'Paw Paw' from seed saver, the late Randy Sine, who was given seed from his friend, James "Spud" Raney. Spud received them from a customer of his who simply stated, "it is an old German yellow tomato that we've grown around here (West Virginia) for over eighty years." While similar to 'Old German' or 'German Yellow', it does not appear to be exactly the same as either.
Harvest Timing: Late Season
Sow seeds indoors (do not direct sow into the garden), using sterile seed starting mix, 6 to 8 weeks before your last expected frost date. Plant 1/4" deep, water lightly but keep moist until emergence.
Full light and cooler temps (60° to 70°) will help to prevent the seedlings from becoming too leggy. If plants become rootbound before you can safely set them into the ground, transplant them into larger pots.
Harden off plants before planting outside. Young plants are very susceptible to frost and sunburn damage. Avoid too much nitrogen. Water evenly but not in excess.
Click here to view our full tomato growing guide.
Full light and cooler temps (60° to 70°) will help to prevent the seedlings from becoming too leggy. If plants become rootbound before you can safely set them into the ground, transplant them into larger pots.
Harden off plants before planting outside. Young plants are very susceptible to frost and sunburn damage. Avoid too much nitrogen. Water evenly but not in excess.
Click here to view our full tomato growing guide.
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★★★★★ Superb Tomato!
By Espie H (Spokane, WA Zone 6b) on August 21, 2023
By Espie H (Spokane, WA Zone 6b) on August 21, 2023
Unlike other bicolored beefsteaks, Paw Paw is not mild, it is rich and sweeter than Gold Medal. It tastes like honey and nectar. Very meaty with small seed locules. Known to be on the late side, I was pleasantly surprised that this year my Paw Paws were ripe by mid-season. Fabulous tomato and a must if you like them sweet and rich.
