What makes Tigerella tomato seeds different from other tomato varieties?

Tigerella tomato seeds produce medium-sized red fruits with distinctive green stripes, giving a striking, tiger-like appearance. This variety is valued for its decorative skins, generous trusses and balanced sweet-sour tomato flavor, making it a standout choice for beds, borders, containers and greenhouses.

Can Tigerella tomatoes be grown both indoors and outdoors?

Yes, Tigerella tomatoes grow very well under glass in a greenhouse and can also be grown in sheltered outdoor spots such as patios and sunny borders. Just ensure a warm, bright, and protected position, especially if planting outside.

When should I sow Tigerella tomato seeds?

Sow Tigerella tomato seeds indoors from late winter to spring. Use trays or small pots at around 20°C, cover lightly with fine compost and keep evenly moist until the seedlings are established.

How should I support and train Tigerella tomato plants?

Provide canes or strings for support and train each plant as a single stem. Regularly remove side shoots to encourage strong, upright growth and to focus the plant’s energy on producing fruiting trusses.

How do I care for Tigerella tomatoes during the growing season?

Keep the soil or compost consistently moist but not waterlogged, and ventilate greenhouses to reduce humidity. Feed with a balanced tomato fertiliser through the season to encourage steady truss development and reliable cropping.

When are Tigerella tomatoes ready to harvest?

Harvest from around July through September. Pick the fruits when the red skins are clearly striped with green, as this is when the colour and flavor are at their best.