Lange Aermer

• An unusual cross by Tom Wagner: Lange Aermer is a recent American tomato creation developed by Tom Wagner from a cross between Green Sleeves and Brandy Stripes. It combines the elongated shape of a paste tomato with the striking colours of green-when-ripe, striped varieties.
• Elongated fruits with green stripes: The tomatoes generally weigh between 80 and 100 grams and have a cylindrical, elongated plum shape, often ending in a pointed tip. Their light to dark green skin displays distinctive green stripes and speckles. At full ripeness, amber tones appear while the darker stripes remain visible.
• Dense flesh with a fresh flavour: The firm, compact flesh contains few seeds and little gel. Its flavour is reminiscent of Green Zebra, with a pleasantly fresh, slightly tangy character. Thanks to its meaty texture, Lange Aermer is especially suitable for green tomato sauces and coulis.
• A vigorous indeterminate plant: The plants have an indeterminate growth habit and develop regular, dark green foliage. They can grow vigorously, with a relatively narrow structure and drooping leaves. The elongated fruits develop in clusters and benefit from suitable support.
• Good harvests with some cultivation care: Lange Aermer can produce regular harvests from midseason onwards, potentially continuing until the first frost. Susceptibility to blossom-end rot has been reported for this variety. Consistent watering and steady growth are therefore especially important, particularly during hot or dry periods.