Verte de Huy Tomato Seeds

A rare heirloom variety native to the Huy region of Belgium, where it has been grown for generations.

This indeterminate variety produces round, smooth fruits that start green and mature to a stunning amber colour. The flesh is highly aromatic, juicy, and sweet when fully ripe, offering a unique flavour that’s truly unforgettable. In fact, I think this was my favourite tomato variety this year because of how amazing it tastes.

Tomatoes, botanically classified as fruits but often treated as vegetables in the kitchen, bring a vibrant touch to both savoury dishes and salads. Homegrown varieties like this one are perfect for sauces, fresh eating, and more, adding both flavour and nutrition to your table. Experience the best of both worlds with this incredible fruit that cooks love to treat like a vegetable!

I love eating tomatoes straight from the garden after raiding the strawberry patch. While I typically don’t think of tomatoes as fruit, in the morning, they definitely fit into that category—especially the Verte De Huy! Wow, are they ever a special treat with a flavour I’ve never found in any other tomato.

These seeds have been fermented (all the seeds in my collection have been). Fermenting tomato seeds helps remove the gelatinous coating that surrounds them, which can inhibit germination. By fermenting the seeds, you break down this coating, making the seeds easier to dry and store. The process also eliminates harmful bacteria and pathogens, reducing the risk of disease in future crops. Additionally, fermentation can improve germination rates, ensuring healthier, more vigorous seedlings. In short, fermenting tomato seeds is a natural way to promote better seed preservation and stronger plants.

These heritage seeds are available directly from Garden Faerie Botanicals in the heart of British Columbia, Canada. The collection features heirloom and heritage seeds that are personally cultivated organically without the use of any chemicals. Emphasizing historical, rare, non-GMO seeds, this selection preserves biodiversity through open-pollination.