Tomato Seeds & Varieties

The tomato seeds we offer are quality-tested and germinate easily under the right conditions. We have the largest selection of rare tomato seeds in Greece and we keep adding new varieties!
Tomato Seeds
Tomato or "tomahto"? However you say it, it is everyone's favourite red fruit. Its name comes to us via Spain from the Aztec word "tomatl". Older gardeners will remember the sweet, juicy, full-flavoured tomatoes we used to eat, and will have noticed that they are nothing like the tomatoes in the shops today.

This is down to the huge demand for tomatoes, which often means fruit imported from abroad or picked early and ripened in cold storage, at the expense of flavour and shelf life. If you want to taste the old flavour again, all you need is a little space to grow your own, small or large, in the garden or on the balcony, in the ground or in a pot, and you will be surprised how easily you get that taste back!

The tomato is the fruit of Solanum lycopersicum, a member of the Solanaceae family. It was first grown in Greece after the mid-19th century, and thanks to our climate and soil Greece produces some of the tastiest tomatoes around. Tomatoes are eaten in many ways, raw or cooked, in countless dishes, sauces, salads, sweets and drinks. Many tomato varieties are widely grown in temperate climates around the world, including in greenhouses, which allow tomatoes to be produced all year round. Tomato plants usually grow 1-3 metres tall, and fruit size ranges from 1 to 10 cm depending on the variety.
Available Tomato Varieties
Tomato seeds from organic varieties, heirloom varieties, F1 hybrid varieties and many more. In our eshop you will find giant, high-yielding tomatoes as well as rare tomato seeds that are not grown commercially. Our tomato seeds also come in many colours, such as black tomatoes, yellow tomatoes and multicoloured tomatoes. We have tomato seeds for everything from beefstake to tiny grape-sized tomatoes! Some well-known varieties are: Ace, Beefsteak, Campbell 33, F1, Marmande, Roma, Agios Petros, Brandywine, Kellogg's, Cherry and more.
What is a Tomato?
The tomato is the edible fruit of the plant Solanum lycopersicum. The name reached Europe via Spain from the Aztec word "tomatl". Tomatoes are usually round and red, are now grown worldwide all year round with the help of greenhouses, and are eaten raw or cooked, especially in sauces.
Where Do Tomato Seeds Come From?
Tomato seeds originally come from Central and South America. After reaching the Americas, the Spanish encountered the tomato for the first time and brought the plant and its seeds to Europe. From there the tomato spread across the rest of Europe in the 16th century.

The tomato seeds we sell come from England and Italy and are fully tested for the best possible germination under the right conditions. They are clean, hand-picked seeds of premium quality, so you get the best possible results growing tomatoes.
Is the Tomato a Fruit or a Vegetable?
In short, the tomato is technically a fruit, but people cook it, eat it and call it a vegetable. Botanically the tomato is a fruit, yet a court case in the USA ruled that it should be treated as a vegetable! Whether something is a fruit or a vegetable depends on whether we are talking in culinary or botanical terms. Botanical classification is based on the structure and function of the plant, while culinary classification is based on flavour and how it is used in recipes. Botanically speaking, then, tomatoes are fruits: all fruits contain one or more seeds and develop from the flower of a plant.

Tomatoes form from small yellow flowers on the vine and naturally contain lots of seeds, which can later be collected and used to grow more tomatoes. In the kitchen, tomatoes are usually used on their own or together with true vegetables in savoury dishes. As a result they have earned a reputation as a vegetable, even though by scientific standards they are technically a fruit. In 1893 the US Supreme Court ruled that the tomato would be classed as a vegetable, based on how it is used in cooking rather than its botanical classification as a fruit.
So, Tomato or "Tomahto"?
In Greek both "ntomata" and "tomata" are used. "Ntomata" is probably closer to the original Aztec name "tomatl" and is what most Greeks say, while "tomata" usually appears only in writing.
Growing Tomatoes from Seed
With every purchase of tomato seeds you will receive a leaflet with tomato growing instructions.

Buy tomato seeds and grow your own tomatoes from seed. See all the available varieties on this page.
How Do I Grow Tomatoes?
Growing tomatoes from seed is not difficult and can easily be done by beginners! The right time to sow is spring, and the fruit is harvested in summer and autumn. Whether you grow them in the garden or in a pot on the balcony, choose a sunny spot sheltered from strong winds. Follow the watering instructions for the variety you choose to give your tomato plants the best care. For more flowers and sweet, full-flavoured fruit, feed the soil with an organic fertiliser rich in nitrogen and potassium throughout the growing season.
Can I Grow Tomatoes in a Pot?
Tomatoes are easy to grow in pots, which is a great way to enjoy your favourite crops where space is limited. Simply choose a large pot and fill it with well-draining soil. Place the pot in a sunny spot and water as needed. Start using a water-soluble fertiliser every other week in summer and continue throughout the growing season. Growing tomatoes in pots is easy and can be just as productive as growing them in the garden.
What Is the Nutritional Value of Tomatoes?
Tomatoes are about 95% water. The other 5% is mostly carbohydrates and fibre. Tomatoes are the main dietary source of the antioxidant lycopene and are also a good source of vitamin C, potassium, folate, vitamin K and minerals.

Tomatoes and tomato products are a tasty, nutritious part of a balanced diet. (This information is general and is not medical advice.)