🍅 TomatoVarieties

Orange Russian 117 Tomato

Heirloom Orange 🕐 80 days 🟡 Moderate

Flavor: sweet, rich, fruity

🎯 Best For

Farmers market growers and collectors wanting a rare pear-shaped orange Russian heirloom

About Orange Russian 117

Orange Russian 117 is a beautiful Russian heirloom producing pear-shaped orange fruits with a bright golden-orange color and rich, sweet, fruity flavor. The unique pear shape and exceptional flavor make it a standout at farmers markets. It's less common than other varieties, adding to its appeal.

Growing Tips

Stake well as plants are tall and vigorous. Pear shape becomes more pronounced at full maturity. Excellent for markets due to distinctive appearance.

Health & Nutrition

Low AcidAntioxidant RichHigh Vitamin C

Best Uses

fresh eatingfarmers marketssaladsgourmet dishes

Cooking Uses

FreshSaladsGourmet Dishes

Disease Resistance

None listed

Key: V=Verticillium, F=Fusarium, N=Nematode, T/TMV=Tobacco Mosaic Virus, A=Alternaria, LB=Late Blight

Climate Zones

Zone 5Zone 6Zone 7Zone 8Zone 9

USDA Hardiness Zones where this variety typically thrives.