BESSER. An old German cherry tomato variety, known since the early 19th century. This is a small-fruited, heirloom tomato of family selection, valued for its stable yields and rich flavor. The fruits, weighing up to 30 grams, form in clusters of 8–12. Bright red, dense, and glossy, they offer an intensely sweet flavor and a very pleasant aroma.

The plants are vigorous and indeterminate, meaning they continue to grow and produce fruit throughout the season. The vines are sprawling and require staking or other forms of support. Thanks to their high productivity and outstanding taste, Besser tomatoes are ideal for fresh salads, raw consumption, and for preparing sauces and a variety of dishes.

VARIETY CHARACTERISTICS:

• Fruits: small, round, bright red, about 2 cm in diameter

• Flavor: sweet, rich, aromatic

• Plant: vigorous, requires support

• Yield: high

• Use: versatile — suitable for fresh use and processing

• Type: open-pollinated, non-hybrid heirloom — seeds can be saved for future planting

HERITAGE GERMAN TOMATOES

These varieties are part of the rich legacy of German tomato breeding. They are well-suited for both fresh consumption and processing. If you’re interested in growing them, explore our seed shop or other reliable sources.

• Mammoth German Gold – One of the most renowned varieties, cultivated for over 200 years. Large fruits (330–600 g), golden-yellow with red streaks, sugary flesh, and a rich flavor. Tall plants (up to 2 meters) require staking.

• Old German – Produces large (up to 1 lb) yellow-red fruits with a sweet taste and low seed content.

• Striped German – Yields massive fruits (up to 1 kg) with four-color skin: yellow, orange, coral, and pink. Flesh is juicy and sugary.

• Aunt Ruby’s German Green – Large green fruits that ripen to a greenish-yellow hue. Sweet flavor with low acidity.

• German Johnson – Produces large, meaty pink-red fruits with high yields and intense flavor.

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