The heirloom legend that started it all!
Tomato Brandywine Pink is a beloved classic, known for its large, rosy fruits and unforgettable flavor. With a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity, this heirloom has earned its reputation as the gold standard for slicing tomatoes. If you’re looking to grow a tomato that delivers both beauty and bold taste, this one’s a garden essential.
Variety: Brandywine Pink Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum)
Growth Habit: Indeterminate (vining heirloom)
Height: 48–72 inches
Flavor Profile: Sweet, rich, and balanced
Color: Pinkish-red with smooth skin
Planting Conditions: Full sun and fertile, well-drained soil
Harvest Timeline: 80–90 days from transplant
Uses: Slicing, sandwiches, caprese salads, fresh eating
Fun Fact: Dating back to the 1880s, Brandywine Pink is often considered the most flavorful heirloom tomato ever grown.
Brandywine Pink is the tomato that makes summer sandwiches sing. Its large, juicy slices are perfect for layering on toast, pairing with fresh mozzarella, or enjoying with just a sprinkle of sea salt. The flavor is so rich and nuanced, it’s often the star of tomato tastings. If you want a tomato that tastes like sunshine and nostalgia, this is it.
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🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Needs 6–8 hours of sunlight and rich, well-drained soil.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before your last frost. Transplant outdoors when the soil is warm, spacing 24–36 inches apart.
💧 Water Consistently: Keep soil evenly moist, watering at the base to prevent disease.
🌿 Support and Maintain: Use cages or stakes to support heavy fruit. Prune suckers and lower leaves for airflow.
✂️ Harvest: Pick when fruits are fully pink and slightly soft, perfectly ripe and bursting with flavor.
