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Zhefen Short

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About Zhefen Short

Seeds sent to Gary Ibsen, of TomatoFest, in 2001 from a farmer in the Zhengjiang province of China as a family favorite. Gary grew this variety in the for 9 years and found it to be a wonderful tomato then released it to others. Determinate, regular leaf, 4′ plant produce an abundance (LOTS) of beautiful pink, slightly oval, 3-inch fruit with good juice, sweet/acid balance and great taste. A winner for a short season area or patio tomato. Good market tomato. All purpose tomato. Disease resistant.

Culinary Use
Paste / Sauce / Canner / Salad / Slicer
Flavor Profile
Well-balanced
Fruit Color
Pink
Fruit Shape
Plum/Pear/Piriform
Fruit Size
Medium
Leaf Type
Regular
Maturity
Early
Plant Type
Determinate
Variety
Heirloom / Open Pollinated

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