{"product_id":"tomato-green-zebra-857","title":"Tomato Green Zebra Seeds","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolanum lycopersicum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropics: February–August\u003cbr\u003eSubtropics: August–April\u003cbr\u003eMild climates: August–December\u003cbr\u003eCold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpace 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity: approximately 96 days.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46649672892634,"sku":null,"price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/V_Tomato_GreenZebra3.jpg?v=1784853306","url":"https:\/\/www.edenseeds.com.au\/products\/tomato-green-zebra-857","provider":"Eden Seeds ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}