Long Keeper
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Long Keeper (AKA Burpee’s Long Keeper) was introduced by Burpee in 1979. A perfect tomato variety for winter storage. This heirloom is best planted in early summer for late harvest. Hearty plant produces huge amounts of 6 oz., round fruits. Popular for it’s good taste and long storage ability. Because of slow-ripening qualities fruits become ripe 1-3 months after harvesting. If picked in late fall, after fruit reaches a pale pink blush, unblemished fruit that is stored without touching, at around 65 degrees, can last for 4 months. Light orange-red color when ripe, with pink flesh.
- Varieties
- Heirloom / Open Pollinated
- Fruit Colors
- Pink / Red
- Flesh Colors
- Pink
- Fruit Shapes
- Oblate
- Fruit Sizes
- Medium
- Fruit Weights
- 6 oz
- Culinary Uses
- Slicer
- Maturities
- Mid-season
- Plant Types
- Semi-Determinate
- Leaves
- Regular
- Flavors
- Acidic