Solanum lycopersicum ‘Brandywine’
Overview
Uses: Fresh slicing, sandwiches, salads, home vegetable gardens, raised beds
Benefits: Large heirloom beefsteak fruit with rich, balanced sweetness, dense meaty texture, vigorous indeterminate vines with extended harvest season
USDA Hardiness Zones: Annual
Sun: Full Sun
Life Cycle: Annual
Growth Habit: Climbing, Spreading — indeterminate vine requiring support
Bloom Color: Yellow
Mature Height: 6–8 feet with staking
Mature Width: 24–36 inches
Bloom Season: Summer through Early Fall
Growth Rate: Moderate
Summary
Brandywine is a classic heirloom tomato prized for its exceptional flavor and large, meaty fruit. Its balanced sweetness and dense texture make it a favorite for fresh slicing and summer sandwiches.
Fruit commonly reaches 5–6 inches in diameter and may weigh up to 1–1.5 pounds under favorable conditions. The substantial interior and minimal seed cavities make it especially suited for thick slices.
As an indeterminate variety, Brandywine continues growing and producing throughout the season. Its distinctive potato-leaf foliage sets it apart visually from standard tomato varieties.
Care
Brandywine Tomato Care
Provide at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily for strong vine growth and consistent fruit production.
Grow in rich, well-drained soil with steady moisture. Water deeply and regularly, keeping soil evenly moist but not saturated.
Apply a balanced slow release fertilizer at planting and again during the growing season to support steady vegetative growth and fruit development.
Provide sturdy staking or caging early in the season. The vigorous vines and heavy fruit require reliable structural support.
Harvest when fruit develops full color and yields slightly to gentle pressure.
Container Growing
Brandywine can be grown in large containers with strong support systems. Choose a container at least 18–24 inches wide with proper drainage.
Container-grown plants require more frequent watering and consistent feeding throughout the growing season.
Plants hardy in the ground may require winter protection when grown in containers in colder zones.
Size
What Size is the Brandywine Tomato for Sale Online?
Plants ship in a greenhouse-grade grow pot and are actively growing at the time of shipment. Each plant is well-rooted and appropriately sized for its container. If you have specific sizing questions, please contact us for additional details.
How Large Does Brandywine Tomato Grow?
When properly supported, vines can reach 6–8 feet tall and spread approximately 24–36 inches wide.
Additional Information
What are some common names for this plant?
This variety is commonly referred to as Brandywine Tomato.
What does indeterminate mean?
Indeterminate tomatoes continue growing and setting fruit throughout the season rather than producing a single concentrated harvest.
What does potato-leaf foliage mean?
Potato-leaf varieties have broad, smooth-edged leaves instead of the more deeply serrated foliage seen on many tomato plants.
Where can I explore more tomato varieties?
Browse our selections of Tomato Plants and Fruit & Vegetable Plants to find additional heirloom and hybrid options.
