Key facts
- Days to maturity
- 89 days
- Growth habit
- Indeterminate
- Listed for
- United States
Overview
Elbe is an heirloom beefsteak with deep yellow to orange fruit weighing 8 to 12 ounces. Vines are indeterminate and mature in the main season, so provide tall support. A pleasant mid-sized golden slicer for those collecting non-red heirlooms.
Elbe traits
- Heirloom beefsteak
- Deep yellow to orange fruit of 8 to 12 ounces
- Indeterminate vines
- Main-season maturity
Good for
- Fresh slicing
- Salads
Compare with other tomato varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elbe this page | 89 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Black Brandywine | 90 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Blue Beech | 90 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Brandywine (Sudduth's Strain) | 90 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Cesare's Canestrino di Lucca | 90 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Chef's Choice Yellow F1 | 90 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Comstocks Sauce and Slice | 90–92 days | Indeterminate | — |
Elbe FAQ
What kind of tomato is Elbe?
Elbe is an heirloom beefsteak with deep yellow to orange fruit weighing 8 to 12 ounces. Vines are indeterminate and mature in the main season, so provide tall support.
How many days to maturity is Elbe?
Elbe is listed at 89 days. Sowing and planting times are the same as for other tomato varieties, so check them in the tomato growing guide.
How does Elbe compare with other tomato varieties?
Elbe: 89 days, indeterminate. Similar tomato varieties include Black Brandywine (90 days), Blue Beech (90 days), Brandywine (Sudduth's Strain) (90 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is Elbe good for?
Elbe is grown for fresh slicing, salads.
Sowing, care and common problems
Sowing times, care and common problems are the same for every tomato variety, so they are covered once in the growing guide.
- Tomato growing guide
- How to Plant Tomatoes: Choosing Transplants and Planting Depth
- How to Prune Tomatoes: Removing Suckers, Tying In and Topping
- How Often to Water and Feed Tomato Plants
- Tomato Growing Calendar: What to Do Month by Month
- Tomato Problems: Blossom End Rot, Splitting, Blight and Wilt
- When to Pick Tomatoes and How to Store Them
- All 666 tomato varieties
Source
Source: Cornell University (CALS Garden-Based Learning)
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