"Not too hard to grow" depends on where you are and what the common problems are. In my area, cold springs are an issue, as is late blight. So, you probably want to ask your tomato-growing neighbors. If there's a Victory garden, that's the place to ask. Or, talk to your local extension. They probably know.

You might have luck with Black Krim. I'd guess Crimea's climate isn't so different from OK's. Cherokee Purple is an heirloom from your area, so it should do well. It's red, but perhaps closer to crimson than tomato-red.

If your problem was keeping the tomatoes pruned, you might benefit from a determinate variety.

Black and purple are my favorite tomatoes to cook with. Black Krim, Black Prince, Cherokee Puple all grow very well and are ”easy” for me.

I’m asking because of flavor. There are too many varieties to choose from. I’m looking for a traditional heir loom tomato flavor in the red variety similar to Brandy wine. Red beefsteak.

Many of the popular varieties like Brandywine are actually grown in green houses and tend to be too weak out doors. Even so, I managed with Brandy wine but it’s too much trouble.

I grow outside on a lower and lean method with hade cloth when appropriate. Brandwine adored the lower and lean as it was a vigorous climber. Triming and extending it were the main reason I was able to keep it from dying.

I live in Oklahoma and that is why I chose this forum. Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

Hey, Bon! I like arkansas traveler. It's not a beefsteak, round medium sized. I like it because I late July when everything else is cracked, ragged and bug bit, Arkansas Traveler still looks good. Technically it's a pink. You might try George's Baker family heirloom for a good sized red tomato. Good to see you.

Done. There’s too many to choose from. I’ll randomly select a red beefsteak but grow Arkansas Traveler also to help ensure continous production. I can give up on the new variety if it’s too much trouble.

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas!