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Zapotec Pleated Tomato Seeds - Heirloom from Mexico with Unique Sweet Flavor

Zapotec Pleated Tomato Seeds - Heirloom from Mexico with Unique Sweet Flavor

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Zapotec Pleated Tomato Seeds - A Unique Heirloom Treasure

Discover the extraordinary Zapotec Pleated Tomato Seeds, an heirloom variety cherished for its striking appearance and exceptional flavor. Originating from the indigenous people of Oaxaca, Mexico, this tomato is a must-have for gardeners seeking something truly special.

Why Choose Zapotec Pleated Tomato Seeds?

These seeds produce large, deeply pleated tomatoes with a mesmerizing bi-color pink and red hue. The fruit is triangular in shape, weighing up to 1 lb, and features a hollow interior that is perfect for stuffing or grilling. With a sweet, intense flavor, this exotic variety stands out in both taste and texture.

Key Features:

  • Unique Pleated Cone Shape: A visually stunning tomato that adds a gourmet touch to any dish.
  • Sweet & Intense Flavor: Perfect for fresh eating, grilling, or stuffing.
  • Highly Productive Plant: Indeterminate vines grow up to 6’ tall, yielding abundant fruit.
  • Warm Climate Thrive: Ideal for hot climates, maturing in just 85 days.
  • Heirloom & Non-GMO: Preserve tradition with these open-pollinated seeds.

Perfect for Gourmet Gardeners

Whether you're a home cook or a passionate gardener, the Zapotec Pleated Tomato delivers both beauty and taste. Its dry, seedless flesh makes it a favorite for culinary creativity, while its vigorous growth ensures a bountiful harvest.

Grow your own piece of Mexican heritage today! Add these rare heirloom seeds to your garden and enjoy a tomato like no other.

  • Each packet contains 10 seeds
  • Color: Bi-color Red and Yellow
  • Shape: Pleated Cone
  • Size: 1 lb.
  • Maturity: 85 days after transplant
  • Plant Size: 6 ft.
  • Plant Habit: Indeterminate
  • Solanum lycopersicum
  • Heirloom – Open-pollinated
  • Untreated/Non-GMO
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