Goose Creek
From The Populuxe Seed Bank
Grower: Kelly
Year: 2011, 2017
Accession: 28
Seed Source: Seed received from donor in Syracuse, NY, USA (2009).
Plant Growth Observations
Vine Growth Type: Indeterminate
Vine Growth Habit: Erect
Plant size: Large (4.5ft - 5ft)
Leaf type: Regular
Leaf Coverage: Fair
Maturity: Mid (75 days)
Fruit Observations
Skin colour: Pink
Flesh colour: Pink
Fruit Shape: Oblate
Fruit Fasciation: Smooth
Fruit Firmness: Soft
Fruit Set: Moderate
Average Fruit Diameter: 4"
Average Fruit Length: 2"
Average Fruit Weight: 270gr (9.5oz)
Other Observations
- Poor fruit set at lower temperatures
History
- Heirloom from California, USA.
- Supposedly dates to early 1800's, but there is some debate, as experts say there are no smooth tomatoes dating back that far.
