Tomato, Indigo Rose
Best unique garden addition for adventurous home growers.
Introducing the Indigo™ Rose tomato, a unique open-pollinated variety that stands out with its striking appearance and balanced flavor. This indeterminate plant produces round fruits, 2 to 3 inches in diameter, that develop a deep purple hue on the sun-exposed side while the shaded portion matures to a rich red. The flesh inside is a vibrant red, offering a complex and satisfying tomato taste. Bred at OSU, this variety is known for being a heavy yielder and shows intermediate resistance to Powdery Mildew. It thrives in growing zones 3 to 9 and requires full sun for optimal growth. Expect fruit to be ready for harvest in 75 to 80 days.
$6.25
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
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Category Rank
4838
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#4838 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
-41%
Below average
Growing Zones
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Who it's for
- Health-conscious individuals seeking nutrient-dense, beneficial garden produce.
- Gardeners and chefs desiring unique, eye-catching plants and colorful dishes.
- Home cooks and snackers who appreciate fresh, bite-sized garden treats.
Who should skip it
- Tomato enthusiasts prioritizing intense, classic sweet and savory tomato flavor.
- Beginners who prefer obvious, unmistakable visual indicators of fruit ripeness.
- Gardeners in shadier locations or those expecting uniformly colored fruit.
Key Specs
Growing Zones
3 to 9
Planting Season
Spring
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Edible Parts
Fruit
Fruit Color
Red with purple
Germination
7 to 21 days
Maturity
75 to 80 days
Spacing
2 ft
Features
- Unique Purple and Red Fruit Coloration
- Balanced, Multi-Faceted Tomato Flavor
- Heavy Yielder
- Intermediate Powdery Mildew Resistance
- Open-Pollinated Variety
- Bred at OSU
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Indigo Rose tomato for its striking, deep purple black color and robust growth. Many highlight the unique visual appeal it brings to the garden and plate, often noting its distinct, rich flavor profile. Growers appreciate the plant's reliability and ease of cultivation, making it a rewarding choice for both novice and experienced gardeners seeking something beyond the ordinary. The consistent quality of the fruit, both in appearance and taste, stands out as a key theme, offering a delightful and visually impressive harvest.
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