Variegated (Splash of Cream) Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum
Price: $2.95
SKU: 340195195 days, indeterminate - 'Variegated' is a very unique variety. Although we have seen tomatoes with interesting chartreuse-colored (lutescent) foliage, this is the first tomato variety that we have seen that has variegated leaves. The whole plants aren't variegated. "Splashes" of cream colored leaves are produced making it an attractive edible ornamental plant.
The plants are very productive. Its red fruit are small (two to five ounces), round, free from blemishes or cracking and have a good flavor. Originally from Europe, 'Variegated' was sent to us in 2004 by author and tomato authority Craig LeHoullier.
The plants are very productive. Its red fruit are small (two to five ounces), round, free from blemishes or cracking and have a good flavor. Originally from Europe, 'Variegated' was sent to us in 2004 by author and tomato authority Craig LeHoullier.
Fruit Color: Red
Special Groups: "Epic" Tomatoes
Harvest Timing: Late Season
Special Groups: "Epic" Tomatoes
Harvest Timing: Late Season
Sow seeds indoors (do not direct sow into the garden), using sterile seed starting mix, 6 to 8 weeks before your last expected frost date. Plant 1/4" deep, water lightly but keep moist until emergence.
Full light and cooler temps (60° to 70°) will help to prevent the seedlings from becoming too leggy. If plants become rootbound before you can safely set them into the ground, transplant them into larger pots.
Harden off plants before planting outside. Young plants are very susceptible to frost and sunburn damage. Avoid too much nitrogen. Water evenly but not in excess.
Click here to view our full tomato growing guide.
Full light and cooler temps (60° to 70°) will help to prevent the seedlings from becoming too leggy. If plants become rootbound before you can safely set them into the ground, transplant them into larger pots.
Harden off plants before planting outside. Young plants are very susceptible to frost and sunburn damage. Avoid too much nitrogen. Water evenly but not in excess.
Click here to view our full tomato growing guide.
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★★★★☆ Beautiful to the eye!
By TomatoNut95 (TX) on January 3, 2025
By TomatoNut95 (TX) on January 3, 2025
Probably one of the most unique varieties as far as variegation is concerned! Absolutely beautiful! When growing from seed, please be aware that not each baby will be highly variegated. Adult plants, due to the lack of pigment, are not big and 'fluffy' and need to be protected from intense sun. Production is not high, but still good. Fruits are also variegated when green/immature. Very unique and rare variety.
