Description
The 'Green Zebra' tomato is a breeder's masterpiece, celebrated for its unique color and excellent flavor. These 2″–3″ fruits feature a golden-green hue accented by forest green stripes and a subtle amber blush when fully ripe. Offering a smooth, crack-free skin, 'Green Zebra' is heat and drought tolerant, making it a resilient choice for gardeners. This indeterminate variety thrives in a range of conditions, with vines reaching up to 6' or longer. Expect a delightful balance of flavor, perfect for slicing and adding color to your garden and meals. Harvest in about 75 days for peak ripeness.
This packet yields approximately 20 plants when started inside. 25 seeds.
Variety Info:
Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum
Days to Maturity: 75 days from transplanting
Family: Solanaceae
Native: Andes
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual
Plant Dimensions: Vines up to 6' or longer
Variety Information: 2″–3″ round, 3–5 oz. fruits, green with forest green stripes and a slight amber blush when fully mature.
Type: Indeterminate, Slicer (Learn more)
Attributes: Cold Tolerant
Sowing Info:
When to Sow Outside: For mild climates only: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 60°F.
When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting. Transplant when air temperature is 45°F or warmer, usually 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 70°–90°F.
Days to Emerge: 5–10 days
Seed Depth: ¼”
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 24″–36″
Row Spacing: 36″
Thinning: When 2″ tall, thin to 1 every 24″–36″
Growing Info:
Harvesting: 'Green Zebra' tomatoes are at the peak of sun-ripened deliciousness when green with a light amber blush, and have a slight give when gently squeezed.