Harris Seeds Tomato Purple Zebra F1 Seed
Best choice for home gardeners wanting visually striking, flavorful heirloom-style tomatoes.
This AAS winner turns your garden into a gallery with its striking mahogany-and-green striped fruit. While you sacrifice the simplicity of a standard red tomato, you gain a complex, rich flavor profile and a robust, crack-resistant plant that actually delivers on its promise of a bountiful harvest.
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Who it's for
- Market growers and gardeners seeking eye-catching, unique produce
- Home gardeners needing reliable, uniform, and vigorous plant growth
- Culinary enthusiasts prioritizing complex, gourmet flavor for fresh dishes
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious gardeners preferring lower upfront seed investment costs
- Seed savers wanting to propagate plants for future seasons
- Commercial farmers requiring maximum volume over specialty flavor profiles
Performance breakdown
Disease Resistance
Robust genetic profile minimizes common garden pathogens and crop loss.
Visual Appeal
Striking green stripes and mahogany interior make for a stunning harvest.
Flavor Complexity
Deep, rich profile elevates this variety above standard garden tomatoes.
Structural Integrity
Firm texture and crack resistance ensure high-quality fruit post-harvest.
Growth Reliability
AAS award-winning genetics provide consistent performance for home gardeners.
Ease of Cultivation
Indeterminate growth requires diligent staking and pruning for best results.
Key Specs
Soil Temperature
75-80°F
Germination Lighting
Cover Seed
Germination Days
7-14 Days
Seeding Depth
0.25-0.5 inches
Maturation Days
80 Days
Planting Method
Transplant
Spacing in Row
12-36 inches
Spacing Between Rows
3-5 feet
Seed Format
RAW / UNTREATED
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