Tomato

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Earl's Faux is a pink Brandywine-type tomato producing large, flattened fruits to approximately 100 mm across. The flesh is meaty and juicy with the rich, sweet, full-bodied flavour characteristic of the best pink beefsteak tomatoes.

Its generous fruits are excellent for fresh eating, particularly thickly sliced for sandwiches, burgers and salads. The combination of relatively thin skin, substantial flesh and classic heirloom flavour makes this very much a tomato grown for eating quality.

Plants are vigorous and indeterminate, continuing to flower and set their substantial fruit throughout the season. Sturdy staking or trellising is recommended to support the vines and developing crop.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram.

Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines and large fruit. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Not available for WA. Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety.

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Early Cascade is a fast-cropping tomato producing small, round red fruits in attractive clusters of around nine. The tomatoes are juicy and versatile, with a classic fresh tomato flavour suited to salads, sandwiches, snacking and everyday cooking.

As its name suggests, this variety is valued for its early production, beginning to mature in approximately 55 days. The clustered fruit and relatively quick maturity make it a useful choice for gardeners wanting tomatoes early in the season or growing where the warm season is comparatively short.

Plants are indeterminate and continue flowering and producing cascading clusters of fruit as the vines grow. Provide sturdy staking or trellising and harvest regularly as the fruits develop their full red colour.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram.

Approximately 60 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Maturity: approximately 55 days.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

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ES 58 is a reliable bush tomato producing large, firm red fruits with a slightly flattened, rounded shape to approximately 80 mm across. The flesh is tasty and substantial, making it a versatile tomato for slicing, salads, sandwiches and everyday cooking.

A heavy-cropping mid to late season variety, ES 58 is particularly valued for its dependable garden performance. The fruits have good resistance to cracking and sunburn, helping them maintain their quality as they ripen, while plants also show resistance to soil-borne wilt diseases.

The determinate plants remain relatively compact and produce their crop over a more concentrated period than climbing tomatoes. Although staking is not essential, some support can be useful once plants become heavily laden with fruit.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram.

Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil. Bush plants require little training, although support may be useful under a heavy crop. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

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Feldners 36 is an Australian-bred bush tomato developed at Hawkesbury Agricultural College in New South Wales. It belongs to an important group of locally developed tomato varieties selected for reliable performance under Australian growing conditions.

As a determinate variety, Feldners 36 forms a compact bush and produces its crop over a more concentrated period than climbing tomatoes. This makes it well suited to home gardens where space is limited and to growers wanting a defined harvest rather than continuous vine growth.

The plants require little training, although light staking or support can be useful once they are carrying a heavy crop.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram.

Approximately 50 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil. Bush plants require little training, although support may be useful under a heavy crop. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Not available for WA. Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety.

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Floralou is a vigorous tomato producing large, round red fruits reaching approximately 12 cm across. The substantial fruits have a classic slicing-tomato form, with plenty of flesh and a traditional tomato flavour suited to fresh eating.

Its generous size makes Floralou particularly good for thick slices in sandwiches and burgers, as well as salads, platters and general kitchen use. The large fruits develop best when plants are given consistent moisture and good nutrition throughout the growing season.

An indeterminate variety, Floralou continues growing, flowering and setting fruit over an extended period. The vigorous vines and large fruits require sturdy staking or trellising for support.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines and large fruit. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

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Flowerball is a compact Japanese tomato producing abundant small to medium-sized rosy-pink fruits in tight, decorative clusters. The attractive trusses give the variety its name, with masses of fruit forming almost bouquet-like displays on the plant.

The tomatoes are sweet and juicy with relatively mild acidity, making them particularly enjoyable eaten fresh from the plant or added to salads, platters and light cooked dishes. Heavy production combined with its compact growth makes Flowerball a useful choice for smaller gardens and containers.

A determinate variety, plants remain manageable in size and produce their crop without the continual vine growth of climbing tomatoes. Little training is required, although support can be useful once the branches become heavily laden with clustered fruit.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil. Bush plants require little training, although support may be useful under a heavy crop. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

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Garden Delight is a prolific cherry tomato producing bright red fruits approximately 20–40 mm across in long, attractive trusses. Exceptionally sweet and juicy, the fruits have earned the variety a strong reputation for flavour and it has performed particularly well in British tomato taste tests.

The small fruits are excellent eaten straight from the vine and are equally good in salads, lunchboxes, bruschetta or roasted whole. The first tomatoes begin ripening relatively early, followed by a long and productive harvest.

Plants are vigorous and indeterminate, continuing to flower and set their long trusses throughout the season. Regular picking encourages continued production, while sturdy staking or trellising helps support the heavily laden vines.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Maturity: approximately 65 days to first fruit, followed by an extended harvest.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

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German Johnson is a classic heirloom beefsteak tomato producing large, smooth-skinned fruits that ripen to a beautiful pink-red. The substantial tomatoes have thick, meaty flesh, relatively few seeds and a very mild, sweet flavour with low acidity.

Particularly good as a slicing tomato, German Johnson is excellent in sandwiches, burgers and salads, while its fleshy texture and low seed content also make it useful for preserving. The vigorous plants offer reasonable disease resistance and are known for dependable production.

An old American heirloom associated particularly with North Carolina and the southern Appalachian region, German Johnson is also recognised as one of the parent varieties used in the development of the famous Mortgage Lifter tomato.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines and large fruit. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Maturity: approximately 80 days.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

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Giant Syrian is a large heirloom tomato producing impressive red, heart-shaped fruits weighing up to approximately 400 g. The tomatoes have thick, meaty flesh with relatively few seeds and a good, rich tomato flavour.

Its substantial flesh and low seed content make Giant Syrian particularly good for slicing, sandwiches and salads, as well as sauces, passata and preserving. The heart-shaped fruits can vary somewhat in form, from broad hearts to more elongated, tapered shapes.

Plants are vigorous and indeterminate, continuing to flower and set their large fruits throughout the season. Strong staking or trellising is recommended to support the vines and weight of the developing crop.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines and large fruit. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety

Not available for WA 

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Giant Tree is a vigorous heirloom tomato producing large, flattened pink-red fruits weighing up to approximately 400 g. The substantial tomatoes have thick, meaty flesh with relatively few seeds and a rich, traditional tomato flavour.

The large fruits are excellent for slicing, sandwiches and salads, while their dense flesh and low seed content also make them useful for sauces and preserving. Its combination of fruit size and vigorous growth makes Giant Tree an impressive variety in the garden.

As the name suggests, plants can develop into exceptionally vigorous, sprawling vines when given a long growing season and favourable conditions. Strong staking or trellising is essential to support both the extensive indeterminate growth and heavy fruit.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 25 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide particularly sturdy staking or trellising for the vigorous climbing vines and heavy fruit. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Maturity: approximately 90 days.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

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Gold Nugget is an early cherry tomato producing heavy clusters of small, bright golden-yellow fruits. The tomatoes have thin skins and a mild, sweet flavour, making them excellent for snacking, salads, lunchboxes and colourful fresh platters.

Developed by Dr Jim Baggett at Oregon State University and released in the 1980s, Gold Nugget was bred specifically for cooler climates and shorter growing seasons. Its ability to crop early and reliably in relatively mild summer conditions has helped make it a popular home garden variety well beyond the Pacific Northwest.

The compact determinate plants have a tidy growth habit and are well suited to pots, smaller gardens and limited spaces. Despite their modest size, plants can carry an impressive crop and may benefit from light support when heavily laden with fruit.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil. Bush plants require little training, although support may be useful under a heavy crop. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

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Golden Gourmet Filler is an unusual stuffing tomato producing large, golden-yellow fruits approximately 8–10 cm across. The fruits develop thick, firm outer walls surrounding a relatively hollow centre, giving them a structure more reminiscent of a capsicum than a typical juicy tomato.

Designed for filling, the fruits can be hollowed out and stuffed with breadcrumbs, cottage cheese, grains, herbs, vegetables or other savoury fillings before baking. Their firm walls hold their shape well during cooking, while the golden skin makes an attractive alternative to traditional red stuffing tomatoes.

Plants are vigorous and indeterminate, continuing to flower and set fruit throughout the season. Provide sturdy staking or trellising to support the vines and developing fruits.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety.

Not available for WA

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Golden Roma is a robust, productive tomato producing abundant crops of medium-sized, golden-yellow Roma-style fruits. The elongated tomatoes have firm, fleshy interiors with relatively few seeds and a delightful sweet, mild flavour with low acidity.

Its dense flesh and low seed content make Golden Roma particularly useful in the kitchen. Fruits are excellent fresh in salads and bruschetta, while their meaty texture makes them well suited to sauces, passata, roasting and preserving.

The determinate plants have a compact bush habit and produce their crop over a more concentrated period than climbing tomatoes. Heavy yields can weigh down the branches, so light staking or support is useful as the fruits develop.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil. Bush plants require little training, although support may be useful under a heavy crop. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

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Graf Zeppelin is a productive bush tomato producing medium-sized, round fruits that ripen to a rich, deep red. The tomatoes have firm, sweet flesh and a classic tomato flavour, combining good eating quality with a sturdy texture.

The firm fruits are versatile in the kitchen, excellent sliced fresh for salads and sandwiches, served on platters or used for general cooking. Their sweetness also makes them particularly enjoyable eaten fresh from the garden.

A determinate variety, Graf Zeppelin forms a relatively compact bush and produces its crop over a more concentrated period than climbing tomatoes. Plants require little training, although light support can be useful when carrying a heavy crop.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil. Bush plants require little training, although support may be useful under a heavy crop. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

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Green Zebra is a distinctive tomato producing smooth, round fruits approximately 5–7 cm across. The fruit ripens to yellow-green with striking deep green stripes, while the flesh has a creamy texture and a mild, pleasantly tangy flavour.

Developed by American tomato breeder Tom Wagner and introduced in 1983, Green Zebra was created by crossing and selecting from several green tomato lines. Although relatively modern compared with traditional heirlooms, it has become a favourite among seed savers and home gardeners for its unusual appearance, excellent flavour and heavy production.

The vigorous indeterminate vines bear generously over the season. Ripe fruit develops a warmer yellow-green background while retaining its characteristic darker striping and will give slightly when gently pressed.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Maturity: approximately 96 days.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

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Grosse Lisse is one of Australia's classic home garden tomatoes, producing large, smooth, globe-shaped fruits that ripen to a rich deep red. The flesh is juicy and full flavoured, with the traditional tomato taste that has kept this variety popular with Australian gardeners for generations.

A dependable and adaptable variety, Grosse Lisse performs successfully across a wide range of Australian climates and produces abundantly over a long harvest period. The substantial fruits are excellent for slicing, sandwiches and salads, as well as sauces, cooking and preserving.

Plants are vigorous and indeterminate, continuing to flower and set fruit throughout the season. The long vines are best staked or trellised, particularly once they begin carrying a heavy crop.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines and large fruit. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Maturity: approximately 80–105 days.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.