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- Days to maturity
- 90 days
- Growth habit
- Indeterminate
- Listed for
- United States
Overview
Ferris Wheel is a pink beefsteak heirloom released commercially in 1894 by Wisconsin seedsman John A. Salzer. It almost disappeared until Craig LeHoullier regrew old seed in the 1990s and brought it back. Fruit is large and slightly flattened, from 8 ounces up to 2 pounds, with shoulders that blush as they ripen; the flesh is juicy and mildly sweet, with a flavor some describe as intense. Wispy regular-leaf indeterminate vines grow tall and need sturdy staking over a 90-day season.
Ferris Wheel traits
- Pink beefsteak fruit of 8 oz to 2 lb
- Slightly flattened shape with blushed shoulders
- Juicy, mild, sweet flesh
- Tall indeterminate vines with wispy regular leaves
- Released by Salzer Seed Co. in 1894, revived in the 1990s
- Main-season heirloom
Good for
- Fresh slicing
- Sandwiches
Compare with other tomato varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferris Wheel this page | 90 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 | — |
Ferris Wheel FAQ
What kind of tomato is Ferris Wheel?
Ferris Wheel is a pink beefsteak heirloom released commercially in 1894 by Wisconsin seedsman John A. Salzer.
How many days to maturity is Ferris Wheel?
Ferris Wheel is listed at 90 days. Sowing and planting times are the same as for other tomato varieties, so check them in the tomato growing guide.
How does Ferris Wheel compare with other tomato varieties?
Ferris Wheel: 90 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 Ferris Wheel good for?
Ferris Wheel is grown for fresh slicing, sandwiches.
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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