Doreen wrote: I love Silvery Fir Tree and always include it because it is the first ripe tomato at 55 days. It did very well for me on the Gulf Coast of Texas (Zone 9b) and here in Central Illinois. The trick is to plant it very early, about two weeks before the frost-free date. I've seen blossoms set on 40-degree nights. It hates the heat. Thanks *very* much.....am gonna give it another try. Catharine/Atlanta 7b