Known for large, sweet fruits and blush pink skin that fades to green, Cherokee Purples are an iconic heirloom tomato. Be ready to give this disease-resistant variety a strong trellis, as its vines ...

Larger varieties like Roma and cocktail tomatoes have grainier, softer flesh, making for a messier, mushier slice. Beefsteaks ...

"Having a lot of variety helps us combat disease problems ... idea to shop locally and see what's in season near you. A Roma tomato is bright red, oval, and generally around 3 inches long.

Varieties provide large beefsteak tomatoes, small cherry tomatoes and ... pear-shaped fruits that taste very mild. Roma is the most popular variety used for canning. Its vines are compact and ...