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Yellow Taxi Tomato

Yellow Taxi Tomato

Solanum lycopersicum

Yellow Taxi Tomato is a sunny standout in the garden, producing a heavy crop of medium-sized golden fruit that are both low-acid and bursting with sweet, juicy flavour. These cheerful tomatoes are ideal for slicing into fresh summer dishes, garden salads, or enjoying straight from the vine. The indeterminate vines are productive throughout the season, making Yellow Taxi a favourite among home gardeners looking for both flavour and consistent harvest.

Where Can You Grow Yellow Taxi Tomato?
Grows well in Zones 3-9 with full sun and well-drained, fertile soil. Ideal for raised beds, greenhouse production, or large patio containers.

History and Historical Uses
Bred for flavour and eye-catching colour, Yellow Taxi is a popular modern variety cherished for its balance of sweetness and acidity. Tomatoes like this are a staple of home gardens, offering reliable performance and culinary appeal in a wide range of growing conditions.

Canadian Zone Information
Zones 8-9: Transplant after last frost into warm, fertile soil; harvest from mid-summer to early fall.
Zones 5-7: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost; transplant outside after risk of frost has passed.
Zones 3-4: Grow in greenhouse or containers in the warmest garden spots for best yield.

How to Grow and Harvest Yellow Taxi Tomato
Planting: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Transplant seedlings 45-60cm (18-24in) apart.
Watering: Keep soil evenly moist; avoid overhead watering to reduce disease risk.
Harvesting: Pick when fruit is fully golden and slightly soft.
Maintenance: Support with cages or stakes; prune for airflow and production.

Seed Saving Tips for Future Supply
Select Ripe Fruit: Choose fully mature, healthy fruit from productive plants.
Extract Seeds: Scoop out seeds and ferment in water for 2-3 days before rinsing clean.
Dry and Store: Spread seeds to dry thoroughly, then store in a cool, dry place.
Viability: Seeds remain viable for 4-6 years when stored properly.

Certified Organic By
Islands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)

≈ 40 seeds | 1g (0.04oz)

$4.76 CAD
Low Stock - Only 3 left!
Growing Information
Common Name Yellow Taxi Tomato
Scientific Name Solanum lycopersicum
Seed Count 40
Metric Weight 1 g
Imperial Weight 0.04 oz
Height 1.2-1.8m (4-6ft)
Spread 0.6-0.9m (2-3ft)
Canadian Zone Information 3-9
Growing Difficulty Moderate
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Organic Certification

We (a small farm) ship every week, on Wednesday!

Pick up available from our farm stand 542 Wootton Road, Metchosin

100% Canadian Grown in Metchosin, Vancouver Island, BC, Canada.

Processed-By-Hand

Certified Organic

Open Pollinated

Non-GMO

Frequently asked questions

Are products sold at the farm?

We sell select products seasonally on our farmstand located outside our front gate. As working farm we are generally closed to the public and don't take orders or requests in person.

Will my order have tracking?

Maybe.

We ship all seed packages using Letter Mail through Canada Post.

However, if you order any Sprays, Bouquets, Root Stock, or Tubers; we automatically add protected shipping in a prepaid Canada Post box. These have a tracking number.

How much does shipping cost?

Save $20 when you spend $200

All our shipping fees include a handling fee

$7 Small Envelope 

Orders 0g–7gup to 3 seed packages

$8 Medium Envelope

Orders 8g–15gup to 7 seed packages or ~ 1 Forager Pet Mix

$9 Large Envelope

Orders 16g–21gup to 10 seed packages and/or~ 1-2 Forager Pet Mix and/or rootstock/cutting

$13 Tiny Parcel

Orders 22g–44gup to 22 seed packages and/or~ 1-2 Forager Pet Mix and/or rootstock/cutting

$16 Extra Small Parcel

Orders 45g–135gSeed packages and/or~ 1-5 Forager Pet Mix/spray and/or rootstock/cutting

If you spend $200 this actually becomes free shipping with a $4 discount.

$19 Small Parcel

Orders 136g–500gSeed packages and/or ~ 1-5 Forager Pet Mix/spray and/or rootstock/cutting and/or 1 Tuber or JA

If you spend $200 this actually becomes free shipping with a $1 discount.

$22 Medium Parcel

Orders 501g–1400gSeed packages and/or ~ 1-5 Forager Pet Mix/spray and/or rootstock/cutting and/or 1-3 Tuber or JA

If you spend $200 this actually becomes $2.

$25 Large parcel

Orders 1401g–2500gSeed packages and/or ~ 1-5 Forager Pet Mix/spray and/or rootstock/cutting and/or 1-5 Tuber or JA

If you spend $200 this actually becomes $5.

$30 Extra Large Parcel

Orders 2501g and up

Anything your heart desires.

If you spend $200 this actually becomes $10.

What is your Customer Satisfaction policy?

We guarantee germination up to 75% on all our seeds in proper conditions.

That means we will replace them.

We make no guarantees on our Forager Pet products, other than that they are safe for the animals listed. But do reach out if your pet isn't happy.

Mistakes happen and can be fixed. So missing items, wrong items, or even damaged items can be replaced.

We will always work with you to find an appropriate solution.

Customer Satisfaction Policy

How long does shipping take?

Letter Mail can take up to 5-6 weeks.

Parcels can take up to 1-2 weeks.

We ship Wednesdays which can also lead to delays.

Are all your products 100% Canadian?

Yes. All our products are grown in Metchosin BC or foraged from surrounding forests.

What is your refund policy?

We are a resolution first small business. That means we would love for you to be happy with our products.

However, if you want to return or refund, this can be done.

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