Originally Posted by pitangadiego

I have a Tall Namwah that ripened fruit in early summer and nit is still flowering, and likely will be doing so into the new year.

A.Hulva - I would strongly agree, in theory, but have been unable to document a difference with/without the flower in practice. Additionally, I do leave flowers on frequently because, as a demonstration garden, I need to have plants with flowers intact as an educational aid for our customers.