Tomato, Blush Plum

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Vibrant Color & Complex Flavor for Gourmet Gardens

Discover the unique beauty and gourmet appeal of Tomato ‘Blush Plum’, a stunning indeterminate variety that brings a rich palette of colors and flavors to your garden and table. Maturing in just 75 days, ‘Blush Plum’ produces elongated, plum-shaped fruits that transition from orange and yellow hues to a striking deep blueish-purple when fully ripe. This eye-catching tomato is a favorite among chefs and home gardeners for its complex, sweet-tangy flavor and visual appeal in salads, fresh eating, and culinary creations.

‘Blush Plum’ tomatoes are prized for their versatility and rich taste. The fruits offer a delightful balance of sweetness and acidity, making them perfect for snacking, slicing, roasting, or adding to gourmet dishes. Their unique color transformation adds visual interest to salads, charcuterie boards, and garden-to-table presentations. The high antioxidant content, especially anthocyanins in the purple skin, provides added nutritional benefits. Each plant yields abundant clusters of 2–3″ fruits throughout the season, ensuring a continuous harvest for your kitchen.

Growing ‘Blush Plum’ is straightforward and rewarding. Plants reach 4–5 feet in height and require staking or caging for support. Space plants 24–36″ apart in a sunny location with well-drained, fertile soil. Water consistently, keeping the soil evenly moist, and mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Begin harvesting about 75 days after transplanting, when fruits have fully colored and yield slightly to gentle pressure. Regular picking encourages further fruit production and keeps plants healthy.

Growing Success Tips:

  • Plant in full sun with at least 6–8 hours of direct light daily.
  • Use sturdy stakes or cages to support the indeterminate vines.
  • Mulch around the base to retain moisture and prevent soil-borne diseases.
  • Harvest fruits when fully colored and slightly soft for peak flavor.

Tomato ‘Blush Plum’ offers a gourmet experience with its dazzling appearance, robust flavor, and reliable productivity. Whether you’re a home gardener, chef, or tomato enthusiast, this variety will elevate your summer harvests and culinary creations.

For the richest flavor, allow fruits to ripen fully on the vine before harvesting.

Product Features

  • Days to Harvest: 75 days from transplant
  • Fruit Size & Color: 2–3″ plum-shaped; ripens orange/yellow to blueish-purple
  • Plant Height: 4–5′; indeterminate growth habit
  • Flavor: Sweet-tangy, complex, rich
  • Main Uses: Fresh eating, salads, roasting, culinary presentations

Growing Information

  • Sun Exposure: Full sun (6–8+ hours daily)
  • Soil: Well-drained, fertile, rich in organic matter
  • Water: Consistent, even moisture; avoid overhead watering
  • Spacing: 24–36″ apart for healthy growth
  • Support: Stake or cage for best results

Key Benefits

  • Unique, vibrant color adds visual appeal to dishes and gardens
  • Complex, sweet-tangy flavor perfect for gourmet recipes
  • High in antioxidants, especially anthocyanins
  • Prolific, continuous harvests throughout the growing season