Organic 'Aunt Ruby German Green' tomato
Organic 'Aunt Ruby German Green' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from Gaia seed company, a giant lime green tomato with a sweet and spicy, juicy and legendary flavor
The 'Aunt Ruby German Green' tomato is one of the most famous heirloom green tomatoes, renowned for its exceptional flavor , often considered superior to that of many red tomatoes. Indeterminate and vigorous, it produces enormous, slightly flattened fruits weighing over a kilo , which ripen to a brilliant lime green with a subtle pink blush at the core. Its dense, juicy, fluorescent green flesh offers a sweet, fruity, complex flavor with a hint of spice , making it an incomparable tasting tomato.
This heirloom variety, originating from a German-American family line, features potato-leaf foliage , excellent disease resistance , and good cold tolerance , allowing for consistent production even in cooler climates. Highly productive, it provides abundant harvests right up to the end of the season. A must-have for lovers of heirloom tomatoes and gardeners who appreciate unique and spectacular varieties.
Companion plants : Basil, parsley, carrot, asparagus, alliums, celery, borage, marigold, calendula, mint, sage, peppers, dill (until mature)
Negative plants : Potato, corn, kohlrabi, beetroot, fennel, peas, squash
Spread/Carry : Indeterminate, vigorous
Plant height : 180 cm (6')
Quantity per packet : 25 seeds
Certification : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada
Special features : Very large lime-green fruits, sweet-spicy flavor, resistant to cold and disease, potato-like texture
Fruit color : Bright lime green, pinkish center when ripe
Fruit shape : Flattened round (beefsteak)
Fruit size/weight : Very large (up to 1 kg and more)
Type of fruit : Green beefsteak
Texture/flesh : Juicy, dense, sweet, fruity with a hint of spice
Farming method
Sow indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost . Plant the seeds 3–6 mm deep in a light potting mix and maintain a temperature of 23–29°C for optimal germination (5–10 days). During hardening off, reduce watering and nitrogen application to strengthen the tissues and prevent etiolation.
Transplant after all risk of frost has passed. Space plants 60–90 cm (24–36") apart, leaving 120–180 cm (4–6') between rows. Provide full sun (level 3) , regular watering (level 3) , and very sturdy staking , as the giant fruits exert significant pressure on the stems.
Harvesting and preservation
Harvest when the fruit turns a uniform lime green , becomes slightly soft, and reveals a pinkish hue inside . To get a head start, you can pick them at the first light blush , then let them ripen off the vine at 22°C or higher . Store your harvest between 12–21°C , in 95% relative humidity, to maintain juiciness.
Usage ideas
• Perfect in thick slices , incredible in gourmet sandwiches
• Looks stunning in a dish of heirloom tomatoes , with a unique fluorescent green color
• Delicious in tomato carpaccio , its fruity-spicy flavor shines
• Excellent in mild green salsa
• Sublimely lightly roasted , concentrating its sweetness
'Aunt Ruby German Green' is a garden legend: giant, juicy, with remarkable aromatic finesse and a spectacular color. An ideal variety for gardeners who want to grow an heirloom tomato that is unique, delicious, and highly productive.
