(Solanum lycopersicum). This ‘ripe when green’ beefsteak boasts exceptional old-timey flavor. They soften up when ready, so you’ll know when to harvest the meaty, medium-sized fruit by giving it a squeeze. This delectable antique is said to date back to the 1920s in Indiana, and they were first offered by Seed Savers Exchange in the early 1990s.
- Indeterminate
- 80 days to maturity
- 6-8 hours of full sun
- Sprouts in 7-14 days
- Seed Depth: 1/8"
- Plant Spacing: 24"
- Ideal Temperature: 75-95 F
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Frost Hardy: N
Growing Tips
To grow Grandma Oliver's green tomato, provide the plants with full sun for 6-8 hours daily. Plant them in well-draining, fertile soil enriched with organic matter for best growth. Keep the soil consistently moist by watering at the base of the plants. Given their indeterminate growth habit, these tomatoes might need staking or caging to support the vines and keep fruits off the ground.
