Solanum lycopersicum L. var. cerasiforme (Dunal) D. M. Spooner.
Also called Beefsteak, the heirloom Coeur de Boeuf (Oxheart) tomato is a fleshy, juicy tomato variety, famous for its characteristic heart shape and its rich, flavourful taste.
Native to Italy, this tomato is loved for its firm flesh and low seed content, which make it ideal for sandwiches, salads and sauces. Its thick skin and intense flavour also make it a popular choice for preparing preserves and homemade sauces.
Cultivated for generations for its exceptional qualities, the Oxheart tomato is a vegetable garden must, offering an abundance of delicious fruits all through the summer season.
- Open-pollinated.
- Indeterminate plant.
- Produces ~260 g (9 oz) fruits in ~80-90 days.