{"product_id":"cherokee-giant-green-tomato","title":"Cherokee Giant Green Tomato","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a striking and flavourful variety that stands out in any garden. With large, beefsteak-type fruits, this unique tomato ripens to a rich green with subtle yellow-orange striping on both the skin and interior. Its complex, rich flavour makes it a fantastic choice for fresh eating, particularly in sandwiches and salads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA semi-determinate variety, Cherokee Giant Green Tomato offers a reliable harvest throughout the season without excessive sprawling growth, making it ideal for smaller spaces or container growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere Can You Grow Cherokee Giant Green Tomato\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tomato thrives in Zones 3-9, requiring full sun and well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. It grows well in garden beds, raised beds, and large containers with adequate support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory and Historical Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen tomatoes have been grown for generations for their unique colour, tangy-sweet flavour, and versatility in fresh and cooked dishes. This variety, with its distinct stripes and rich taste, is a modern favourite among home gardeners and heirloom collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZones 8-9:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start seeds indoors in January or February and transplant outdoors in April. Harvest from June through October.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZones 5-7:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds indoors in late February to mid-March and transplant outdoors in May. Harvest from July through September.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZones 3-4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start seeds indoors in late March or early April, transplant after the last frost in late May or early June, and harvest from mid-July to early September.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Cherokee Giant Green Tomato\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Transplant seedlings 45-60cm (18-24in) apart in well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use stakes or cages to support the semi-determinate vines and prevent fruit from touching the ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged to ensure optimal fruit development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove lower leaves and suckers to improve air circulation and fruit quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick tomatoes when they develop a yellow-orange blush and feel slightly soft to the touch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Tips for Future Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Ripe Fruits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Select fully ripened tomatoes from the healthiest plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtract Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scoop seeds and their surrounding gel into a clean container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add a small amount of water and let sit uncovered for 2-3 days, stirring daily to remove the gel coating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRinse and Dry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse the seeds thoroughly and spread them on a clean towel or screen to dry completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStore:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store dried seeds in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Properly stored seeds remain viable for up to 5 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic By\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48811181441266,"sku":"MF-TOMATO-10","price":4.76,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/4106\/0082\/files\/Giant_Green_Cherokee_Tomato.jpg?v=1772481887","url":"https:\/\/homeandwell.ca\/products\/cherokee-giant-green-tomato","provider":"Home \u0026 Well ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}