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FORDHOOK FIRST
Very old US heirloom. Pink fruit of 120 to 180 grams, round shape, slightly flattened at the poles.
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Heirloom dating from the 1890s, origin USA. Synonym: Burpee's Fordhook First.
Pink fruit weighing 120-180 grams, round and slightly flattened at the poles.
Firm, fleshy and juicy flesh. Excellent flavour.
Large, even foliage, indeterminate growth.
Good production 80-85 days after planting. Good resistance to cracking.
NB: the "First" in its name does not imply that it is an early variety but rather the quality of the fruit.
Caracteristics
| Caliber | Medium |
|---|---|
| Color | Pink |
| Form | Flattened, Round |
| Earliness | mid-season |
| Foliage | Régular |
| Climate | All |
| Growing | Indeterminate |
| Height | + or - 1.8m |
| Origin | USA |
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Seed Bag Capacity
The bags contain 15 to 20 seeds unless otherwise specified for rare varieties.
Minimum Order
The minimum order on our store is €10. (plus delivery)