Description
25 Seeds per pack
(Lycopersicon lycopersicum) 75-80 days Developed by Tom Wagner of Bakersfield, California and released in 1983, the result of over 25 years of breeding selection. The Green Zebra Tomato is an indeterminate plant, producing lots of 2-4 oz. tomatoes, bright green(golden at maturity) with dark green stripes. A truly unique variety, makes a neat green salsa, and livens up tomato salads with it’s color. Green Zebra is a favorite for eating fresh, rich and sweet with a tangy bite to it. Vines are well branched, provide good foliage cover, and have some resistance to septoria leaf spot.
Planting Instructions for Green Zebra Tomato Seeds
Start Green Zebra Tomato seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date. Plant the Tomato seeds ¼” deep in sterile seed starting mix. Germination occurs in 6-14 days in soil 70-90°F. Once true leaves develop, separate Heirloom / Open Pollinated Tomato plants into 3-4″ pots, placing in full light & cooler temps (60-70°F). Set out hardened off Green Zebra tomato transplants, in full sun, once soil has warmed, 18-30″ apart, in rows 3-4′ apart. Plant tall, spindly Tomato seedlings deeper, the stems will sprout roots and support and strengthen the plant. To help prevent blossom end rot, put 1 Tbs of lime, ground oyster shells, or crushed eggshells at the bottom of your planting hole. The calcium will help build strong cell walls once your heirloom tomatoes plants start producing fruit. For strong Green Zebra tomato plants, add 1 Tbs of aged compost and 1 Tbs of bone meal to the bottom of the hole as well.
FAQ:
What makes the Green Zebra Tomato unique?
The Green Zebra Tomato is a truly distinctive variety developed by Tom Wagner and released in 1983 after over 25 years of breeding. It produces 2-4 oz. tomatoes with bright green skin and dark green stripes that turn golden at maturity. Known for its rich, sweet flavor with a tangy bite, it’s perfect for fresh eating, green salsa, and adding vibrant color to tomato salads.
How long does it take for Green Zebra Tomatoes to mature?
Green Zebra Tomatoes typically mature in 75-80 days, making them a mid-to-late season variety.
What type of plant is the Green Zebra Tomato?
The Green Zebra Tomato is an indeterminate plant, meaning it grows continuously and produces fruit throughout the season. The vines are well-branched, provide good foliage cover, and have some resistance to septoria leaf spot, making it a hardy and productive choice.
How should Green Zebra Tomato seeds be planted?
To grow Green Zebra Tomatoes, start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Plant seeds ¼ inch deep in sterile seed-starting mix at 70-90°F. Germination typically occurs in 6-14 days. Once seedlings develop true leaves, transplant them into 3- to 4-inch pots and provide full light at cooler temperatures of 60-70°F. Harden off the plants before transplanting them outdoors in full sun, spacing them 18-30 inches apart in rows 3-4 feet apart.
How can I ensure healthy Green Zebra Tomato plants and prevent blossom end rot?
To prevent blossom end rot, add one tablespoon of lime, ground oyster shells, or crushed eggshells to the planting hole for calcium. Enrich the soil with one tablespoon each of aged compost and bone meal. Plant tall seedlings deeper to encourage root development along the stem, resulting in stronger plants capable of producing a bountiful harvest of vibrant Green Zebra Tomatoes.
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