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Spark's Yellow

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VEGETABLES / TOMATO
ORANGE-YELLOW
Medium-sized, orange, beefsteak tomato. Indeterminate growth habit. Fruit have moderate ribbing extending their entire length. Deeply recessed stem end. Minor radial and concentric cracking. Fruit commonly born singly or in clusters of up to three. Cat-face appearance common. Blossom end rot uncommon. Potato leaf. Stigmas even with stamens. Ripe fruit reach 2.8-3.2" long by 3.6-4.6" wide and weigh 0.6-1.2 lbs. Good flavor. Moderately sweet and juicy. Low-medium acidity. Soft texture. Must be handled with care, as thin skin breaks easily. Mid-season maturing. Average productivity when grown in 2013 at Heritage Farm. Acquired by SSE from Craig LeHoullier (NC LE C) who received it in 1992 from Donald Sparks (KY SP D). SSE Accession # 125327
Accession: SSE 125327
$3
Listed In: 2017, 2018, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
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Iowa
USDA Hardiness: 4b
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