are generally considered to be a tradition of tomatoes passed down from generation to generation in a family because of its valued attributes. Recently there have been high demand of heirloom tomatoes and due to that it has become a commercial term. Here are a few heirloom tomatoes:
Family heirlooms: varieties that have been passed down for generations throughout a family.
Created heirlooms: cross breeding either two heirlooms 1 and a hybrid. The results and seeds eventually eliminate the desirable characteristics and creates a desired end result. These are considered some of the most desired tomatoes.
Some of these different varieties are able to help battle pests, pesticides, as well as weather conditions, so there are more benefits than meet the eye. Some of the cultivators include the yellow tomato called the big rainbow, the popular and pinkish red tomatoes called the Brandywine, and also the unique green striped tomato called the Green Zebra. There are many kinds so there will definitely be a wide are to experiment to find a good option for you or your family.
The downside to heirloom growing is that they are a bit too rare for some varieties and some of the different versions over the past few decades have been slowly disappearing. It is very important for some of the rarer kinds to consider growing them yourself to keep them available to you, and you may even be able to make a living from the harvests you receive.
Traditional Red/Green Tomatoes
Then we have the more common tomatoes you probably interact with daily. These particular tomatoes are either, red, green, orange, and yellow and sizes can range from the small cherry variety up to the giant beefsteak variety. Most use these kinds at restaurants and other eateries you have visited recently, and can be found pretty easily at grocery stores and supermarkets in your area. Most of these varieties are also quite affordable when compared to the heirlooms.
So the end result: Is it better to grow regular tomatoes versus heirloom tomato plants? Heirloom tomatoes definitely have unique traits as well as a flavor and resistance that can't often be beat to the common types. But in the end it all can depend on whether or not you want to experiment with crops to find your favorite variety. The possibilities are endless so enjoy your harvest!
Heirloom Tomato Plants