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Thank you GG for the detailed review. very interesting to know how it grew in every area it’s been trialed this year. Septoria is not prevalent in my area but Certainly Marsha experiences it in her garden in Florida. Something to note as it’s not been brought up by others.
Thanks for being involved in the trial! Appreciate your feedback. KarenO |
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August 25, 2018 | #1353 |
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Karen and Marsha - Just wanted to let you know that KP is pumping them out and some of them are very large. I see others have had issues with splitting and luckily, that has not been an issue for either myself or my neighbor who is also growing it out. I’ve already saved seeds. It’s been really great.
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August 26, 2018 | #1355 |
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That’s awesome Sharon!
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Well, here's the fruit starting to come in from my late garden. I'll rate the taste in a day or two. This is Karma Pink from two different plants. The one fruit labeled KP is from Row 3 and the others from row 1. I also got a couple with hornworm damage (not shown). I'll save some seeds from the best ones. Karen/Marsha, let me know if you would like some seeds. I got my seeds from Marsha.
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September 4, 2018 | #1358 |
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KARMA. Pink is a traveller to. Thanks Marsha
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Interesting project. Cherries are worth growing, so will follow this with interest.
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5 seeds sown this afternoon, will post pics
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September 4, 2018 | #1363 |
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Karma Pink taste test.
Well, I actually tasted 5 to make sure I checked out a full range of ripeness. So, here's what my taste buds came up with. Imagine a golf ball size tomato with a smooth flavor that spans the depth, complexity, and range of Tommy Toe Red, and includes a nice touch of sweetness that mellows the overall taste and yet allows the complexity to take the foreground. My first impression was of an heirloom beefsteak. I tried it plain and also with a touch of salt. I tried it at room temperature and also chilled. Chilling did not diminish the flavor which makes it an instant favorite of mine. I like my tomatoes cold. I've had a couple of surprises this year - Grandma Oliver's Chocolate was the first, and, now, this one. I put half of one in my mouth and was amazed at how the flavor moved thru several experiences. Full complexity and smooth. Sometimes I like to dip cherry sized toms in Thousand Island dressing. I can go thru a bunch this way. This one is headed for this scenario tonight. Karma Pink is a winner. It's a thoroughbred and should be in everyone's garden and on everyone's table. Well done to Karen and Marsha.
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Second, you should be writing a food and or gardening column. What an amazing description. Third - note to self, must try Tommie Toe Red. And last - just wait, the other Karmas are likely to be released next mid January, and I know Apricot and Purple are to die for, and Miracle is a fantastic visual experience as well as taste. |
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September 5, 2018 | #1365 |
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Oh my. I am overwhelmed with your generosity of praise Ted, coming from you this is high praise indeed and I am so excited that you enjoy it this much.
I have always thought it had big heirloom flavour in a small package and you know what? Goodvas it is, It’s not the best imo. I do so hope you will try the others, I was happy with the consistency they demonstrated this year and so all of them will be released with F8 seed by Marsha in her seed offer this winter Barring any unforeseen circumstances Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review. Means more to me than you know. KarenO QUOTE=ContainerTed;713881]Karma Pink taste test. Well, I actually tasted 5 to make sure I checked out a full range of ripeness. So, here's what my taste buds came up with. Imagine a golf ball size tomato with a smooth flavor that spans the depth, complexity, and range of Tommy Toe Red, and includes a nice touch of sweetness that mellows the overall taste and yet allows the complexity to take the foreground. My first impression was of an heirloom beefsteak. I tried it plain and also with a touch of salt. I tried it at room temperature and also chilled. Chilling did not diminish the flavor which makes it an instant favorite of mine. I like my tomatoes cold. I've had a couple of surprises this year - Grandma Oliver's Chocolate was the first, and, now, this one. I put half of one in my mouth and was amazed at how the flavor moved thru several experiences. Full complexity and smooth. Sometimes I like to dip cherry sized toms in Thousand Island dressing. I can go thru a bunch this way. This one is headed for this scenario tonight. Karma Pink is a winner. It's a thoroughbred and should be in everyone's garden and on everyone's table. Well done to Karen and Marsha.[/QUOTE] |
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