How to prune 'green zebra' tomato

From transplanting through the growing season. Remove suckers at the stem-branch joint while small. Maintain 1–2 leaders on a vertical support. Strip lower foliage gradually as the plant grows to keep good airflow at the base.

Every 7–10 days during the growing season. 'Green Zebra' is an indeterminate tomato that responds well to suckering. Pruning to 1–2 leaders keeps the plant manageable, improves airflow, and helps the fruits colour and ripen evenly — important since the green-on-green ripeness cues of this variety can be subtle and good light penetration aids judgment.

Remove suckers at the stem-branch joint while small. Maintain 1–2 leaders on a vertical support. Strip lower foliage gradually as the plant grows to keep good airflow at the base.