"The Cook" wrote in message
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It sounds like blossom end rot. Check out this site for answer to
tomato problems.
http://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/t...ver/index.html

Also have a soil test done. And talk to your county extension agent.
They have information about what grows well in your part of the
country and can help solve problems. If you cannot locate the
extension service for your area, try a good nursery. BTW, where do
you live?

Tomatoes that have not completely ripened will not have full flavor.

I think you need to see why your plants are not producing good
tomatoes before you go looking for another variety


Thanks for the input and advice. I live near Pittsburgh PA, and for some
reason, can never remember my zone #. I compost from the end of the growing
season until about January so that everything is completely rotted before
planting in May. My soil is tested in April of each year and is in great
shape according to the lab at Penn State University. Each year I experiment
with 4 or 5 other varieties in addition to the oxhearts. They all produce
prolifically from July to September or October.