Cherokee Green Beefsteak Tomato brings unusual color and richly complex flavor to the summer table. Indeterminate vines produce medium to large heirloom tomatoes, often weighing 8 ounces or more. Slice ripe fruit for a juicy beefsteak texture and bright, tangy flavor balanced by subtle sweetness and savory depth. Enjoy generous slices on sandwiches or toss wedges with cucumber, basil, and feta for a fresh garden salad. Each packet contains 100 non-GMO heirloom seeds.

Germination Rate: 85%. Test Date: 1/25. JSS.

Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 75%

Why Choose Cherokee Green Tomatoes?

• Distinctive Color: A green-fruited heirloom brings contrast to tomato plates and salads. Assess ripeness by a slight yield to gentle pressure as well as changes in skin tone.
• Complex Flavor: Tangy acidity, mild sweetness, and savory depth work beautifully in simple fresh dishes.
• Generous Beefsteak Fruit: Medium to large tomatoes, often 8 ounces or more, provide substantial slices and wedges.
• Indeterminate Habit: Supported vines can keep growing and setting fruit when temperatures and plant health permit.
• Heirloom and Open-Pollinated: Grow a non-GMO variety whose seed can be saved with suitable isolation and selection to maintain its characteristics.

Planting Tips for Success

• Start Indoors: Sow about 1/4 inch deep approximately 6–8 weeks before your planned transplanting date. Keep the growing mix evenly moist and provide warmth and bright light.
• Transplanting: Harden off seedlings gradually and plant outdoors after frost danger passes and soil and nights are warm. Remove leaves that would be buried when planting stems deeper.
• Sun and Soil: Choose full sun with 6–8 hours of direct light and fertile, well-drained soil amended with finished compost.
• Spacing: Space supported plants approximately 24–36 inches apart, with enough row space for ventilation and harvest access.
• Support: Install tall stakes, a sturdy trellis, or heavy-duty cages early. Tie stems loosely as vines grow and support branches carrying heavy fruit.
• Watering: Water consistently at soil level. Mulch after soil warms to moderate moisture swings and reduce soil splash.
• Fertilizing: Follow soil-test recommendations and fertilizer label directions. Avoid excessive nitrogen that favors foliage over fruit.
• Pruning and Care: Train vines to suit the support system and remove damaged foliage without stripping away fruit-shading leaves. Monitor regularly for insects and disease.
• Harvesting: The existing maturity estimate is approximately 70–80 days from transplanting; timing varies with conditions. Harvest mature fruit that yields slightly to gentle pressure rather than waiting for an overall red color.

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Cooking Methods

• Fresh Slicing: Serve ripe slices with olive oil and herbs to showcase the fruit's color and flavor.
• Sandwiches: Add thick slices to sandwiches and burgers for a juicy, tangy layer.
• Salads: Toss ripe wedges with cucumber, basil, and mild cheese or a simple vinaigrette.
• Roasted: Roast wedges with olive oil and garlic to concentrate their sweet-tart flavor.
• Sauces: Simmer ripe fruit into fresh sauce, reducing excess juice as needed. Use tested recipes if preserving by canning.

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Nutritional Information

Existing generic tomato reference, not a Cherokee Green-specific analysis. Applies to harvested fruit, not planting seeds. Per medium tomato, approximately 123 grams:

• Calories: 22
• Total Fat: 0.2 gram
• Sodium: 6 milligrams
• Total Carbohydrate: 4.8 grams
• Dietary Fiber: 1.5 grams
• Total Sugars: 3.2 grams
• Protein: 1.1 grams
• Vitamin C: 17 milligrams (19% Daily Value)
• Potassium: 292 milligrams (6% Daily Value)

% Daily Value is based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Values are approximate and vary with portion size, growing conditions, and preparation.

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Fruit size, color, shape, flavor, maturity, and yield vary with growing conditions and care. No growing outcome is guaranteed.
• Seed Storage: Keep unused seeds sealed in a cool, dry, dark place away from heat and moisture.
• Planting Zones: Grow tomatoes as warm-season annuals. Use local frost dates and soil temperatures to select planting times.
• Edible Portion: Recipes use ripe harvested tomato fruit, not foliage or the planting seeds in this packet.

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Cherokee Green Tomato and Cucumber Salad

Use ripe, harvested Cherokee Green tomatoes for this crisp summer salad, not the planting seeds in the packet. Makes 4 side servings. Preparation: 15 minutes. No cooking required.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ripe Cherokee Green tomatoes, cored and cut into wedges
• 1 medium cucumber, approximately 8 ounces, cut into half-moons
• 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup torn fresh basil leaves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1/8 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Wash tomatoes, cucumber, and basil under running water and dry. Core and cut the tomatoes; trim and slice the cucumber.
2. Whisk olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
3. Add tomato wedges, cucumber, and onion. Toss gently to coat without crushing the tomatoes.
4. Fold in feta and basil. Taste and adjust seasoning, then serve promptly.

Serving and Storage

Serve with bread, cooked beans, or your favorite main dish. Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 90°F. Enjoy within 1–2 days for best texture. Contains milk; omit feta for a dairy-free version.