Tigerella Tomato Seeds – Heirloom Bi-Colored Striped Tomato 🍅🟡🔴

Add an exotic twist to your garden with Tigerella Tomato Seeds, a rare heirloom variety known for its striking red skin with bold yellow stripes. These tomatoes are not just beautiful — they also offer a sweet, rich flavor and an early harvest. Closely related to the Green Zebra tomato, the Tigerella stands out with its red base color and extra sweetness, making it a perfect choice for salads, sandwiches, or snacking straight off the plant.

If you’re looking for a colorful, fast-maturing, productive tomato variety, Tigerella is a must-have. Its 2–4 oz fruits grow quickly, making it ideal for Indian climates, balconies, and container gardening.

🌿 About This Item 

• Variety Name: Tigerella

• Type of Seed: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated, Non-GMO

• Germination Time: 6–10 days

• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)

• Growing Locations: Pots, containers, grow bags, garden soil

• Growing Season: Spring to early Monsoon (Feb–July)

• Seed Sowing Depth: 0.5–1 cm

• Ideal Climate: Warm (18°C to 32°C)

• Plant Height: 3–5 feet (semi-determinate to indeterminate)

• Fertilizer Needs: Organic compost every 2 weeks

• Life Span: 90–120 days

• Ideal Growing Temperature: 22°C to 30°C

• Harvesting Time: 60–70 days from transplanting

• Maintenance Required: Moderate

• Watering Frequency: Once every 2–3 days or when topsoil is dry

• Ideal Grow Bag Size: 12x12 inches or larger with proper support

Best Grow Bag Size for Tigerella Tomato Seeds

• 12 x 12  Hdpe Grow Bag (W*H)
• 12 x 15  Hdpe Grow Bag(W*H)
• 15 x 15  Hdpe Grow Bag(W*H)

🌱 Growing Season in India

Tigerella Tomatoes perform well in Indian climates, especially during February to July. In warmer southern states, a second crop can be sown in September–October. With full sun and compost-rich soil, Tigerella matures quickly and produces consistent harvests, even in balcony setups.

🪴 How to Grow in Pots

Use a 12 x 12 inch grow bag or bigger. Fill with fertile soil mixed with organic compost. Sow 2–3 seeds per pot, cover lightly with soil, and water gently. Once seedlings sprout, thin out the weakest and support the growing plant with a stake or cage. Place the pot in a sunny location and water regularly.

🌾 Seeds Sowing Method

• Preparation: Use seed trays or small pots filled with moist potting mix

• Sowing: Sow seeds 0.5–1 cm deep

• Watering: Keep soil moist but not soggy

• Germination: Occurs in 6–10 days

• Transplanting: After 25–30 days or when 5–6 true leaves appear

🌞 Plant Care Tips For Tigerella Tomato Seeds

• Sunlight: Ensure full sun exposure for best fruiting

• Soil: Loamy, nutrient-rich, well-draining soil

• Fertilization: Feed with vermicompost, seaweed extract, or organic manure

• Pruning: Remove lower leaves and side shoots to encourage airflow

• Support & Spacing: Use a tomato cage or stake; allow 2–3 feet between plants

• Pest Control: Monitor for aphids and caterpillars; use neem oil sprays

• Disease Prevention: Ensure good air circulation; water at base only

• Mulching: Retain moisture using straw or dry leaves

• Harvesting: Pick when fruits turn red with clear yellow tiger-like stripes

How to Fertilize Vegetable Plants Effectively

1. Apply Nutrient-Rich Fertilizers
When your plants begin flowering, use nutrient-rich fertilizers like Organic Bone Meal Powder or Vermicompost. This helps in boosting the bloom and enhances overall yield.

2. Use Organic Fertilizers
Feed your plants with organic fertilizers such as Cow Dung Manure or Neem Cake. Organic options promote healthy soil life.

3. Regular Feeding
Apply fertilizers every 20-25 days to ensure plants receive a steady supply of nutrients. Choose from various options like Cocopeat Compost for moisture retention.

✨ Special Features

• Bi-Colored Beauty: Red tomatoes with bright yellow stripes — naturally ornamental

• Early Maturing: Yields start in just 60–70 days from transplant

• Sweet & Juicy: Sweeter than Green Zebra, with a juicy bite

• Compact Growth: Suitable for pots, terraces, and home gardens

• Continuous Producer: Produces abundantly throughout the season

🍽️ Benefits/Uses

• Delicious in salads, salsas, sandwiches, and pasta dishes

• Rich in antioxidants, Vitamin C, and lycopene

• Perfect for kids' lunchboxes due to its vibrant color and size

• Adds visual interest and a gourmet touch to any dish

• Suitable for urban gardening, terrace farming, and organic setups

⚠️ Precautions While Growing

• Avoid overwatering, especially during monsoon

• Provide strong support early to prevent stem breakage

• Do not let the fruit over-ripen on the plant; harvest promptly

• Space out plants to prevent fungal infections and rot

• Protect seedlings from birds or snails with netting

🐛 Common Problems & Solutions

• Problem: Yellowing leaves
  Solution: Add compost tea or iron-rich fertilizers

• Problem: Blossom end rot
  Solution: Ensure calcium availability and consistent watering

• Problem: Cracking fruits
  Solution: Maintain even watering and avoid overwatering during ripening

🌍 Local Names of Tigerella Tomato

Tiger Tomato, Tiger Striped Tomato, Yellow Line Tomato, Cheriya Varna Thakkali, Baagh Lined Tomato, Sona Patta Wala Tamatar, Rangwala Tomato

❓ FAQs Of Tigerella Tomato Seeds

Q: Is Tigerella a hybrid?
A: No, it's a heirloom open-pollinated variety with stable characteristics.

Q: Can I grow it in hanging pots?
A: Yes, but ensure strong support as the vines are medium to long.

Q: Does it need a lot of care?
A: Moderate care; basic sunlight, compost, and occasional pruning are sufficient.