Is Mr. Stripey a determinate or indeterminate tomato?
Mister Stripey
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Is Mr. Stripey a good tomato?
Heirloom. These huge, beefsteak-type red-and yellow fruits with a high sugar content are delicious and pretty to slice because of the bi-coloring. Although the variety is called Mr.
What does a Mr. Stripey tomato taste like?
This coloration may extend into the interior of the fruit, which tends to be more yellow than red. When conditions are right and the fruit is fully ripe the taste will be surprisingly sweet and mild, superior to most store bought varieties.
Are Mr. Stripey tomatoes heirloom?
Although the variety is called Mr. Stripey, don't expect perfect stripes. This is an heirloom and no two tomatoes are ever the same. The background color of the tomato is yellow to light orange, and the red often appears in little spots that align themselves in stripes radiating from the stem end of the fruit.
How do you know when Mr. Stripey tomatoes are ripe?
Like other tomatoes, ripe Mr. Stripey tomatoes show deep color but are firm when gently squeezed. Tomatoes do continue to ripen after being picked.9 Feb 2016
How do you prune Mr. Stripey tomatoes?
Cut away suckers from the main branches of the plants with pruning shears, but keep most of the shading leaves intact to prevent sunscald of the fruit. Pinch off some of the flowers from large cluster of blossoms to allow the remaining flowers to set and grow large fruit.