Eden Brothers
Tomato Seeds - Green Zebra
Best heirloom choice for gardeners seeking unique, flavorful, and disease-resistant tomatoes.
Discover the unique Green Zebra Tomato, a garden favorite known for its striking appearance and delightful flavor. These heirloom, open-pollinated seeds produce plants with chartreuse flesh and vibrant lime green stripes, offering a sweet, rich taste with intriguing notes of citrus, kiwi, spice, and tanginess. The juicy, 2-3 inch fruits are perfect for slicing and fresh eating. Easy to grow and fast-maturing, these determinate plants thrive in warm seasons with full sun, yielding delicious tomatoes until frost and showing resistance to common diseases.
$6.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
4592
/ 6090
#4592 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
-34%
Below average
Days to Maturity
75
/ days
Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking visually striking ingredients for gourmet presentations
- Foodies preferring complex, tangy flavor profiles over sugary sweetness
- Sustainable gardeners interested in seed saving and heirloom consistency
Who should skip it
- Novice gardeners needing clear visual cues for harvest timing
- Low-effort growers wanting plants that do not require staking
- Gardeners in regions with short, limited growing seasons
Performance breakdown
Visual Appeal
Striking lime green stripes make these a standout garden centerpiece.
Flavor Complexity
Unique citrus and kiwi notes elevate this heirloom above standard varieties.
Growth Reliability
Disease resistance and fast maturity ensure a consistent, worry-free harvest.
Culinary Versatility
Perfectly sized fruits excel in fresh salads and gourmet slicing applications.
Garden Accessibility
Straightforward cultivation makes this an approachable choice for most home gardeners.
Spatial Efficiency
Requires significant spacing, making it less ideal for compact container setups.
Key Specs
Days to Maturity
75 days
Plant Spacing
45.72 cm
Planting Depth
0.95 cm
Seed Count
12589
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Water Requirements
Average
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Type
Vegetable
Features
- Visually stunning chartreuse flesh with lime green stripes.
- Sweet, rich flavor with citrus and kiwi undertones.
- Juicy 2-3 inch fruits ideal for slicing.
- Easy-to-grow, fast-growing determinate plants.
- Reliable yield until the first frost.
- Resistant to common tomato diseases.
- Perfect for fresh eating and culinary use.
- Heirloom and open-pollinated variety.
What customers say
Gardeners praise the exceptional quality and reliability of Green Zebra seeds. A consistent highlight is the remarkable ease of use, thanks to high germination rates that ensure successful planting for all skill levels. Reviewers confirm the tomatoes are true to type, delivering the distinctive tangy flavor and striking striped appearance expected from this heirloom variety. This product offers dependable performance and superior fruit quality, making it a trusted choice for growers seeking excellent results and authentic heirloom tomatoes.
Know before you buy
Determinate tomato plants grow to a fixed size and ripen their fruit within a concentrated window of time. This makes them an excellent choice if you want a large harvest for canning or fresh eating all at once rather than a slow trickle of fruit throughout the season.
Unlike red varieties, Green Zebra tomatoes stay green even when fully ripe. Look for the lime green stripes to turn a slightly deeper, golden-yellow hue, and ensure the fruit feels slightly soft to the touch rather than firm.
While these plants are compact, they are not specifically classified as container-friendly varieties. For the best results, we recommend planting them directly in the ground where they have adequate space for their root systems to thrive.
To ensure proper airflow and prevent disease, space your plants approximately 45.72 cm apart. This spacing allows the plants to reach their full potential while making it easier for you to harvest the fruit.
No, these specific Green Zebra seeds are not certified organic. However, they are heirloom and open-pollinated, meaning you can save the seeds from your harvest to plant in future seasons.
You can expect these tomatoes to reach maturity in approximately 75 days. Because they are fast-growing, they are well-suited for regions with shorter growing seasons, provided they receive full sun.
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