Rebel Starfighter dipper’s#371

The Rebel Starfighter Dippers Delight is a distinctive dwarf tomato variety developed by breeder Russ Crowe.This cultivar is part of the extensive Rebel Starfighter line, known for its unique characteristics and vibrant fruit.

Key Features:

• Plant Size: As a dwarf variety, it typically grows to a height of 70-100 cm, making it suitable for container gardening and small spaces.
• Fruit Characteristics: The plant produces round-oblate beefsteak tomatoes, each weighing approximately 150 grams. These fruits are multicolored, featuring stripes in golden, green, and red hues, with anthocyanin-darkened shoulders.The flavor is described as juicy and strongly sweet.
• Development and Naming: This variety is a cross between ‘Rebel Starfighter Prime’ and ‘King Aramis.It was named “Dippers Delight” after Russ Crowe’s daughter’s pet spider, “Dippers.
• Maturity: The tomatoes typically mature in about 80 days from transplanting.

Cultivation Tips:

• Growth Habit: Dwarf tomatoes like the Rebel Starfighter Dippers Delight have thicker, stronger stems compared to bush varieties.They are determinate, meaning they will set fruit over a concentrated period and then stop producing.While they don’t require extensive staking, providing support can help manage the weight of the fruit.
• Growing Conditions: These tomatoes thrive in well-drained, fertile soil with full sun exposure.Regular watering and consistent care will promote healthy growth and fruit production.