Chalk’s Early Jewel

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Heirloom introduced in 1910. Created by James Chalk of Norristown, PA, introduced in 1899. Indeterminate plants that yield heavy crops of 6 oz., smooth, round, red globes that are solidly meaty, with only a few small seed-cells, and of remarkably fine sweet flavor with balanced acidity.

Varieties

Heirloom / Open Pollinated

Fruit Colors

Red

Flesh Colors

Red

Fruit Shapes

Oblate

Fruit Sizes

Medium / Saladette

Fruit Weights

6 oz

Culinary Uses

Salad

Maturities

Mid-season

Plant Types

Indeterminate

Leaves

Regular

Flavors

Acidic / Sweet / Well-balanced