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- Days to maturity
- 55–68 days
- Growth habit
- Indeterminate
- Listed for
- United States
Overview
Palla di Fuoco, also spelled Pallo de Fuoco and translated as Fire Ball, is an early Italian heirloom beefsteak. Indeterminate plants set round, dark red fruit of 8 to 12 ounces. Stake it well; for an heirloom of this size the early maturity is a real advantage in short seasons.
Palla di Fuoco traits
- Italian heirloom beefsteak
- Round, dark red fruit of 8 to 12 oz
- Early maturing
- Indeterminate plants
- Also known as Fire Ball
Good for
- Fresh slicing
- Sauce
Compare with other tomato varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palla di Fuoco this page | 55–68 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Buckabee's New Fifty Day | 55–68 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Early Cascade | 55–66 days | Indeterminate | — |
| German Queen | 55–70 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Stupice | 55 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Early Girl | 57–63 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Ultimate Opener | 57 days | Indeterminate | — |
Palla di Fuoco FAQ
What kind of tomato is Palla di Fuoco?
Palla di Fuoco, also spelled Pallo de Fuoco and translated as Fire Ball, is an early Italian heirloom beefsteak. Indeterminate plants set round, dark red fruit of 8 to 12 ounces.
How many days to maturity is Palla di Fuoco?
Palla di Fuoco is listed at 55–68 days. Sowing and planting times are the same as for other tomato varieties, so check them in the tomato growing guide.
How does Palla di Fuoco compare with other tomato varieties?
Palla di Fuoco: 55–68 days, indeterminate. Similar tomato varieties include Buckabee's New Fifty Day (55–68 days), Early Cascade (55–66 days), German Queen (55–70 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is Palla di Fuoco good for?
Palla di Fuoco is grown for fresh slicing, sauce.
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.
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- Tomato Problems: Blossom End Rot, Splitting, Blight and Wilt
- When to Pick Tomatoes and How to Store Them
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Source
Source: Cornell University (CALS Garden-Based Learning)
The text on this page is our own summary written from the published variety record, not a copy of it.