Schanzenfeld Mennonite Tomato

Schanzenfeld Mennonite Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) - This beautiful dark tomato comes to us from Darlingford, Manitoba. Similar in colour and taste to the Black Crimean, but more juicy like the Paul Robeson. Also, this is the earliest dark-skinned variety we have grown (70 days). This tomato was sourced from a Mennonite lady of Schanzenfeld, MB who claims the seeds are of Dutch origin but were initially brought to Canada from her German ancestors over 100 years ago. Dave Lumgair of Darlingford acquired the seeds and has shared them with many folks in the Pembina Valley region of Manitoba. Emil and Elsie Byrka collected seeds in 2019 and gifted to us therafter. Indeterminate plants that are heavy producers of medium-large fruits. 

Indeterminate growth.

70 days to maturity.

25 seeds per packet.

Planting Instructions: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost. Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in warm soil. Transplant seedlings into 1‑inch cells or 3–4 inch pots at the 1–2 leaf stage. Harden off plants for 4–5 days once the risk of frost has passed. Transplant outdoors when day and night temperatures consistently stay above 10 °C. Provide support such as cages or stakes to keep plants tidy and accessible at harvest.