Aunt Ruby's German Green Tomato

Type: Heirloom
Packet size: 20 seeds

Solanum lycopersicum. Aunt Ruby's German Green Tomato is a beloved heirloom variety known for its large, beefsteak-style fruits that remain green even when fully ripe. Originating from Tennessee, this unique tomato produces fruits weighing up to 1 pound or more with rich, sweet flavor balanced by a hint of spice. The juicy, emerald-green flesh is consistently rated among the best-tasting heirloom tomatoes and is excellent for slicing, sandwiches, salads, and fresh eating. Vigorous indeterminate plants are highly productive and continue producing until frost.

🌱 Growing Information
How to Grow Aunt Ruby's German Green Tomato from Seed

Planting Depth: 1/4 inch
Seed Spacing: Start indoors in trays or pots
Row Spacing: 36–48 inches
Germination Time: 7–14 days
Days to Harvest: 80–90 days
Sun Requirements: Full Sun

Planting Tips:
Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before your last expected frost date. Maintain soil temperatures between 70–85°F for optimal germination. Transplant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed. Plant deeply to encourage strong root growth and provide cages or stakes to support the vigorous indeterminate vines. Fruits are ripe when they soften slightly and develop a subtle amber blush on the blossom end. Water consistently throughout the growing season for the best fruit quality and production.