I may have underestimated this hybrid

The above photo was taken last week.  I am 5'11.  The tomato plant, for all its zigzagging within the wire cage, is now taller than me.  Today I measured and it's about 4 inches taller than me.  This is with me pruning back 90% of the suckers, bottom leaves, and burying the plant a total of 8 inches underground from its original root system. 

I guess what I'm trying to say is that I highly recommend Burpee brand Big Boy Hybrid, available at Giant Food and other fine retailers.  Especially if you're looking for a shade tree...

Stay fruity,

Christine