Mr. Stripey

Family: Solanaceae Nightshade

Planting Schedule

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Sun-warmed stripes ripple across each slice-ready fruit in a dramatic blend of deep red and golden-gold—an eye-catching, heirloom-style beauty that tastes as rich as it looks.

Mr. Stripey delivers a juicy, tender flesh with a balanced, classic tomato tang and a pleasantly firm bite, ideal for thick slices that hold their shape. Grow it for standout summer salads and showpiece platters, where its bold color and velvety texture steal the spotlight.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 85 DaysHabit: Indeterminate

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Mr. Stripey Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Protected Environment Only
Zone 2a	Apr 6th	Jul 20th	Oct 13th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Mar 27th	Jul 10th	Oct 3rd – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Mar 27th	Jul 10th	Oct 3rd – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Mar 31st	Jul 14th	Oct 7th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Mar 27th	Jul 10th	Oct 3rd – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Mar 25th	Jul 8th	Oct 1st – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Mar 20th	Jul 3rd	Sep 26th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Mar 16th	Jun 29th	Sep 22nd – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Mar 13th	Jun 26th	Sep 19th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Mar 7th	Jun 20th	Sep 13th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Mar 2nd	Jun 15th	Sep 8th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Feb 20th	Jun 5th	Aug 29th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Feb 11th	May 27th	Aug 20th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Feb 2nd	May 18th	Aug 11th – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Jan 16th	May 1st	Jul 25th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Dec 22nd	Apr 6th	Jun 30th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	Continuous Production
Zone 10b	Continuous Production
Zone 11a	Continuous Production
Zone 11b	Continuous Production
Zone 12a	Continuous Production
Zone 12b	Continuous Production
Zone 13a	Continuous Production
Zone 13b	Continuous Production

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	85
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Indeterminate
Support Needed	Stake
Planting Depth	Deep
Germination Temp (°F)	75
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	10

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Built for the camera and the fork: this slicer’s firm-but-juicy interior holds together on a cutting board and doesn’t collapse into mush under sharp, acidic dressings. Use it raw or just-cooked so the tang stays lively and the stripes stay distinct on the plate.

Best Uses

thick slicing for summer platters where the stripes don’t bleed into the plate
tomato-forward salads that need structure under vinaigrette
quick pan-sear or broil for charred edges while keeping the interior juicy
chunky salsa or bruschetta topping that holds its shape

Flavor Profile

balanced classic tomato tang juicy, tender flesh pleasantly firm bite that stays sliceable

Kitchen Pairings

black pepper garlic olive oil balsamic vinegar mozzarella red onion

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s a common disease problem for Solanum lycopersicum (Mr. Stripey tomatoes), and how do I control it?

Early blight (Alternaria) shows up as brown, target-like spots on older leaves and can quickly spread in humid weather. Remove infected leaves early, water at the soil line (not the foliage), and space plants for airflow; if it keeps worsening, apply a labeled fungicide starting as spots appear and repeat according to the label. Catching it in the first few lesions is key to keeping it from defoliating the plant before fruit set finishes.

How often should I water during the main growing phase for Solanum lycopersicum?

During flowering and fruit development, keep the soil evenly moist: usually 1–2 inches of water per week total, adjusted for heat and container size. Water deeply to wet the root zone, then let the top 1 inch of soil dry slightly before watering again to prevent splitting and blossom-end rot. Aim for consistent moisture—big swings between dry and soaking commonly cause cracking and poor fruit quality.

How can I tell when Mr. Stripey tomatoes are ready to harvest?

Harvest when fruits reach full size and develop a deep, striped red-pink color with a slightly firm, “springy” feel. If you gently lift a tomato and it releases with a minor twist, it’s typically ready; fully colored fruit that still feels rock-hard often needs a few more days. For best flavor, pick at peak color but before they get overly soft, especially if nights are cool and days are warm.