Rebel Starfighter Prime
Easy to Grow
Non-GMO & Natural
High Germination Rate
Loved by Chefs
Rebel Starfighter Prime Tomato Seeds
A Galactic Masterpiece of Flavor and Color
Quick Facts:
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Type: Indeterminate Heirloom (Antho Heart)
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Fruit Size: 6–10 oz (Medium-Large)
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Maturity: 75–80 Days
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Quantity: 10+ Seeds/Packet
Out-of-This-World Aesthetics 🌌🍅 Created by legendary breeder Russ Crowe, the Rebel Starfighter Prime is widely considered one of the most beautiful tomatoes in existence. This variety is a cross between Xanadu Picasso and Reinhardt’s Purple Heart. It produces striking, elongated heart-shaped fruits featuring deep midnight-purple anthocyanin shoulders that bleed into vibrant maroon skins with jagged forest-green stripes.
👨🍳 Chef’s Pitch:
"This isn't just a 'pretty' tomato; it’s a flavor powerhouse. The Rebel Starfighter has a deep, rich, and 'wine-like' sweetness that you only find in the best dark heirlooms. The texture is meaty with very few seeds, making it a dream for slicing onto gourmet sandwiches or creating a caprese salad that looks like a work of art. It’s the tomato that gets everyone talking at the dinner table."
👅 Flavor Profile:
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Rich & Complex: Earthy undertones with a bright, sweet finish.
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Texture: Dense, buttery flesh with small seed cavities.
🍴 Culinary Versatility:
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Gourmet Slicing: Perfect for "steakhouse"-style tomato platters.
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Artisanal Sauces: Adds an incredible depth of color and body to fresh pasta sauces.
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Raw Snacking: Delicious enough to be eaten plain with just a pinch of sea salt.
🌱 Growing Notes:
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Sunlight for Color: The deep purple (anthocyanin) shoulders develop best when the fruit is exposed to direct sunlight.
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Indeterminate: This vine will grow tall and requires sturdy staking or a large cage.
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Wispy Foliage: Like many heart-shaped varieties, the plant has a "wispy" or drooping leaf habit—don't worry, this is normal and not a sign of underwatering!
🇨🇦 Short Season Pro-Tip (Montreal/Zone 5-6):
"Because of its wispy foliage, this variety is actually quite efficient at letting sunlight reach the ripening fruit—perfect for our shorter Quebec summers. To maximize the 'Starfighter' colors, prune your suckers to a double leader to keep the canopy open. In Vaudreuil-Dorion, make sure to get these in the ground by the first week of June for a heavy late-August harvest."
Rebel Starfighter Prime
Seeds of Flavor & Heritage
Tomatoes Worth Growing
From rich heirlooms to strikingly unique modern varieties, our tomato seeds are chosen for more than just yield — they’re selected for taste, color, and story. Expect strong germination, vigorous plants, and abundant harvests that bring diversity and depth to your garden. Slice them fresh, slow-roast them, or simmer them into sauces — these tomatoes are made for kitchens that value flavor above all.
From Garden to Cuisine
Premium Tomato Varieties
Our tomato seeds are open-pollinated, non-GMO, and curated for growers and chefs who crave more than ordinary. From meaty beefsteaks perfect for slicing, to colorful cherries bursting with sweetness, to rare striped and black varieties treasured by chefs worldwide — these tomatoes offer a spectrum of flavor, texture, and culinary potential. With Casa Verde, you’re not just planting tomatoes; you’re cultivating rare, exotic culinary ingredients with deep heritage and exceptional taste.
Frequent Asked Questions
Q: Are your seeds suitable for home gardeners and professional chefs?
Absolutely! Our seeds are chosen for exceptional flavor, vibrant growth, and reliable yields—perfect for home gardens, restaurant kitchens, and culinary professionals alike.
Q: What does “heritage” or “heirloom” mean for your seeds?
Heritage and heirloom seeds are traditional varieties passed down through generations, valued for their flavor, history, and ability to be saved and replanted.
Q: How high is the germination rate of your seeds?
Our seeds are tested for high germination rates, ensuring strong, healthy plants when grown under proper conditions.
Q: Do you offer rare or specialty varieties?
Yes—we pride ourselves on offering unique, flavorful, and hard-to-find varieties that bring diversity and richness to your culinary creations.
