Tomato 'Lucky Cross'

Despite the low germination rate of "Lucky Cross" (see more below), this tomato did *not* disappoint! Firstly, it is simply beautiful - ...Read Moreaside from being potato-leafed, the distinct visual feature of this tomato is the fact that (unlike other bicolors, which tend to have a striated or tie-dye -like effect) its orange highlights bleed ombré-style into a vivid deep pink-red; the blending almost reminiscent of a watercolor painting (see uploaded photo). The color gradient is stunning, and these gorgeous medium-to-large fruit are smooth and shapely, with the inside of cut fruit being equally as attractive. It's not too seedy either, which is certainly a plus. Now, the flavor....! You definitely taste the Brandywine parentage, but it is sweeter and more subtle in my opinion - delicious! This was a new variety for me in 2020, and I am very happy with the results though please do note what I said below if you want to grow "Lucky Cross" from seed -


Informational only for those considering growing this plant from seed:

I grew 15 different varieties of tomato this year all in the same soil under the exact same conditions (heat mat and then a grow light; even watering/feeding) and "Lucky Cross" was by far the one that had the poorest germination rate of the entire lot - only 20% as opposed to 60%-80% with my other varieties. If you decide to grow this plant from seed I would recommend sowing much more than you think you'll need based on its poor performance in this respect. I've heard wonderful things about "Lucky Cross" though, and am excited to try it; even if it is a bit uncooperative to start from seed. Will update with a proper review of this tomato later in the growing season.

I grew this tomato in 2011 but it was a failure in my soils. My soil type is loamy sand so I have problems with water retention. That als...Read Moreo means I have problems with tomatoes prone to cracking. I looked forward to their taste but never got to try them because this variety cracked and rotted so easily that I never harvested an edible fruit. Perhaps in different soil this would be a good variety to grow as a slicer.

This is my first year growing this tomato and it is definitely a keeper. So far it is the only bi-color I have found that has the intens...Read Moree flavor that I like. Big beautiful fruits that are so beautiful when you cut into them. Great texture with a very nice balance of flavors. Good producer for such a large variety.

I was very happy with Lucky Cross. It is a large, very pretty bicolor tomato with an outstanding, sweet flavor. The plant is large with l...Read Moreush PL foilage that had no problems with disease. Yields were good, and it started producing late season. Overall, this is an excellent bicolor tomato.