Istra is an old Slovenian heirloom variety from the Istria Penisula (Slovak: Istra, hence the name of this variety), the largest penisula in the Adriatic Sea, located at the head of the Adriatic Sea, between the Gulf of Trieste and the Kvaner Gulf. Istra produces beautiful, large, ribbed, oblate, red fruit. Very meaty, with small (sometimes empty) seed cavities. Indeterminate, tall and strong plants with regular leaf foliage. The fruits are mild and sweet. Late, about 85 days from transplant.

Culinary Use

Paste / Sauce / Canner / Slicer

Flavor Profile

Mild / Sweet

Fruit Color

Red

Fruit Shape

Oblate / Ribbed

Fruit Size

Extra Large / Large

Leaf Type

Regular

Maturity

Late

Plant Type

Indeterminate

Variety

Heirloom / Open Pollinated