Beefsteak (Dr. Wyche’s Yellow), Standard (Slicing) Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum) ASCLEPIAS latifolia (Broadleaf Milkweed) The deep purple foliage and

The deep purple foliage and smoky inflorescences provide a striking contrast and focal point in gardens and landscapes

The tomatoes have a deep orange colour and are attractive and smooth

It is often used in soaps

The foliage remains attractive even when the plant is not in bloom

upright cones that sit atop the branches

Beefsteak (Dr. Wyche’s Yellow), Standard (Slicing) Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum) ASCLEPIAS latifolia (Broadleaf Milkweed) The deep purple foliage andDr. Wyche's Yellow tomatoes have a slightly flattened globe shape and are very large, weighing up to one pound each. Their skin is silky smooth and free of blemishes, and it ripens to a golden yellow colour. Their flesh is juicy and firm, with few seeds and a lush, sweet, almost tropical flavour and low acidity.