Tags: 2014, Heirloom Tomatoes, Meeting, Peter Olpe, Season 2013-2014, tomatoes

Peter Olpe presented on growing heirlooms tomatoes on the California coast.” Peter, aka “The Tomato Whisperer,” talked about the history, care, and culture of heirloom tomatoes, and addressed many common questions.

What makes a tomato an heirloom? Why do homegrown tomatoes taste so much better than store bought? When should you really plant tomatoes? Peter also discussed grafted tomatoes, the latest rage, and the advantages of growing them. After the formal presentation, there were Heirloom tomato plants for sale, with the focus on varieties that grow especially well in Coastal areas such as Malibu not to mention taste great.