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gardenfish said:That's a shame for you folks that had the diseased bumbles or the flavor wasn't good. Such a great bearer for me, and the flavor is great. What I have issues with are these hybrids, usually determinates, that are bred specially for hot and humid climates. I've tried 4 so far, and found them thick skinned, mealy and tasteless. Give me an heirloom or OP any day.

Lynda, have you ever tried a variety called "Jamestown" ? I grew it for the first time last year, in my high-tunnel greenhouse; mainly tried it because it is supposed to produce even in the heat, which has been a problem for me in the GH (I guess it's the yin to the yang of my plants not getting diseased in there!). At any rate, it did not disappoint - it kept setting fruit all summer, nice large tomatoes with quite good flavor and texture, and not thick skinned as far as I remember. (and it is a determinate)