Athens Tomato
68 days. A selected strain of this variety obtained from Greece. Mid-season maturity. Medium-size vines, dense foliage and semi-sprawling in growth. Fruits average very large, heavy, solid-fleshed and without a core. Athens is the only extra large fruited variety we have ever seen having a notable absence of rough fruits, yet maturing a heavy yield of extra large, smooth, red fruits in mid-season. Flavor is mild and semi-acid. A most valuable strain for local markets or home gardeners who desire very large quality tomatoes. Pkt., (about 600 seeds) 25c; ¼ oz., 90c; oz., $3.50; ¼ lb., $12.50
Originally listed in: 1958 Gleckler's Seed Catalog
68 days. A selected strain of this variety obtained from Greece. Mid-season maturity. Medium-size vines, dense foliage and semi-sprawling in growth. Fruits average very large, heavy, solid-fleshed and without a core. Athens is the only extra large fruited variety we have ever seen having a notable absence of rough fruits, yet maturing a heavy yield of extra large, smooth, red fruits in mid-season. Flavor is mild and semi-acid. A most valuable strain for local markets or home gardeners who desire very large quality tomatoes. Pkt., (about 600 seeds) 25c; ¼ oz., 90c; oz., $3.50; ¼ lb., $12.50
Originally listed in: 1958 Gleckler's Seed Catalog