Homs 11 is named after the ancient city of Homs. This exquisite tomato was collected in Syria in 1949 by US seed explorers and stored away for 70 years in the USDA genebank until it was introduced to the seed trade by the Experimental Farm Network (USA), which is where our seed comes from. You can tell this is an ancient tomato by its deep ribbing. Beautiful, mini-beefsteak fruit. A late-season variety. Best for a sunny south spot or greenhouse. Homs 11 is about 4 feet tall and will need support/a stake.
How to Plant: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Plant seed 5mm (¼ inch) deep. Keep moist. When true leaves appear, transplant to a larger container if needed. Transplant outside after the danger of frost has passed/later spring.
Photo Caption 1: Arched street scene, Syria. ca. 1900 to 1920. Library of Congress, public domain photograph, no. 2019700091
Photo Caption 2: Homs. General view from castle ca. 1900 to 1920. Library of Congress, public domain photograph, no. 2019691867
Photo Caption 3: Khalid ibn Al-Walid Mosque, Homs, Syria ca. 1898 to 1946. Library of Congress, public domain photograph no. 2019700114
