Organic 'Cherokee Green' Tomato
Organic 'Cherokee Green' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a green variety inherited from Cherokee Purple, intensely flavorful, complex, and subtly beautiful
The 'Cherokee Green' tomato is a selection derived from the renowned 'Cherokee Purple', adapted to produce one of the finest green tomatoes a gardener can grow. Indeterminate, robust, and productive, it yields medium-sized green fruits, weighing approximately 225g , which develop a light yellow-orange hue on the side opposite the stem when ripe. When sliced, its juicy, dense flesh reveals the very essence of heirloom green tomatoes: an intense, tangy, complex flavor with an aromatic depth that rivals the best dark-colored varieties.
Highly prized by chefs and lovers of heirloom tomatoes, 'Cherokee Green' is ideal in thick slices, colorful tomato salads, vibrant salsas, or any dish where a tomato with a strong character is desired. The plant requires good staking to support its heavy fruit and vigorous growth.
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 : 90 to 120 cm (3–4')
Quantity per packet : 25 seeds
Certification : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada
Special features : Cherokee Purple selection, intense and complex flavor, excellent green tomato
Fruit color : Green when ripe with a yellow-orange blush
Fruit shape : Round to slightly flattened
Fruit size/weight : Medium (~225 g)
Fruit type : Sliced green tomato
Texture/flesh : Juicy, dense, tangy, rich and complex
Farming method
Sow indoors 6 to 8 weeks before planting out . Place the seeds 3–6 mm (1/8–1/4") deep in a light potting mix and maintain a temperature of 23–29 °C for germination in 5 to 10 days . Reduce watering and nitrogen during acclimatization to strengthen the seedlings.
Transplant after all risk of frost has passed. Space plants 60 to 90 cm (24–36") apart and leave 120 to 180 cm (4–6') between rows. Grow in full sun (level 3) , water regularly (level 3), and provide sturdy support .
Harvesting and preservation
Harvest when the tomato is still green but has a slight yellow-orange bloom , and yields slightly to pressure. To prepare for harvesting earlier, pick the fruits showing their first signs of color , then let them ripen off the vine at 22°C or higher . Store between 12–21°C , at 95% relative humidity , to maintain their firm texture.
Usage ideas
• Exceptional in thick, juicy and tangy slices
• Perfect for multicoloured salads or tasting platters
• Ideal in salsa verde or as a fresh condiment
• Delicious when cooked gently , retaining its aromatic character
The 'Cherokee Green' tomato is a true heirloom gem: complex, vibrant, elegant, and profoundly flavorful. A top-notch green tomato for gardeners and chefs who appreciate varieties with a strong personality.