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the lower threat of disease , some hybrids , such as the bush types of vining crops , don ’ t require staking and therefore don ’ t demand as much hands-on attention during the growing season . Nevertheless , when heirlooms are grown in regions similar to the ones in which they were developed , they usually perform well without much pampering .
A massive beefsteak tomato weighs over 4.5 kilograms , showcasing its
impressive size and rich red hue . Image : Facebook - Kom ons Boer
ARE HEIRLOOM VEGETABLES HARDER TO GROW THAN HYBRIDS ?
Both types of plants require the same essentials to thrive — water , soil , and sunlight . However , hybrids , especially tomatoes , often represent some of the newest and best advances in disease resistance and performance . In addition to
DO HEIRLOOM VEGETABLES TASTE BETTER THAN HYBRIDS ?
On the whole , heirloom vegetables do offer good flavour . Taste is subjective , but older varieties were typically bred for local consumption and fresh eating . Many of the new hybrid varieties being developed today , however , are bred for shipping quality , yield , and disease resistance , so flavour isn ’ t always the top priority
Heirloom tomatoes often win in public taste tests . Of course , everyone has different tastes , and hybrids ( such as Sun Gold ) have risen to the top in other taste tests .