.....Giant Persimmon Tomato... First grown by Thomas Jefferson in 1781, this heirloom bears large fruits of incomparable beauty and taste.... Large fruit, up to 3 lbs. .....One of the best tasting of all the orange tomatoes.... These persimmon-orange Giants are juicy and flavorful with tender skin and meaty flesh. One thick, succulent slice on toast makes a meal, but you'll want seconds. They also make gorgeous soups and sauces. The 5–8' vines need to be staked. Indeterminate