Indian Stripe, which we offer as “
Indian Striped,” resembles “
Cherokee Purple,” but has no documented lineage tracing it directly back to that variety. In our observations, it is more prolific and has slightly smaller and lighter-colored fruit. Donna Nelson of Texas found it in Clyde Burson’s garden in southern Arkansas and passed the seeds on to Carolyn Male. They later made their way to Craig LeHoullier and the Victory Seed Company. Tall and sturdy plants with regular leaves bear fruit abundantly about 80 days after transplanting. The fruits rarely exceed 300 grams in weight; they are smoky purple in color, irregular in shape, and slightly flattened. This variety bears fruit well even in cooler climates. The fruits are perfect for purees as well as for sandwiches.
