A Rainbow of Tomatoes: Colored Specialty Varieties from Paramount Seeds
by Paramount Seeds on Aug 04 2026
Beyond Red: The World of Colored Tomatoes
Walk into any specialty grocery or farmers market and you'll notice something: the most eye-catching produce tables are the ones overflowing with color. Tomatoes in shades of deep brown, blush pink, golden yellow, creamy white, and bold stripes stop shoppers in their tracks — and they taste just as extraordinary as they look.
At Paramount Seeds, we carry a curated selection of colored specialty tomato varieties that bring visual drama and exceptional flavor to any growing operation. Here's a tour of our rainbow lineup, organized by color.
🟤 Brown & Dark Tomatoes
Dark-colored tomatoes have surged in popularity thanks to their rich, complex flavor and striking appearance. They're a natural fit for specialty markets, farm-to-table restaurants, and adventurous home gardeners.
Cherry Size
Cocoa Brown F1 Cherry Tomato
A very early indeterminate cherry hybrid with oval-shaped, dark brown fruits averaging 20–25 grams. Extremely tasty with a vigorous plant and short internodes. Suited to spring and fall greenhouse plantings with solid disease resistance including ToMV, Va, Vd, and Fusarium. Seed is untreated as standard.
Cocktail / Medium Size
Kahlua F1 Brown Cocktail Tomato
A specialty brown cocktail tomato comparable to the popular Kumato type, averaging 70–80 grams. Indeterminate with good vigor, firm fruit, and relatively early maturity. Outstanding disease resistance: Ma, Mi, Mj, ToMV, Fol 1,2,3, Vd, and Va. A premium specialty variety that commands attention at market.
Truss / Medium-Large Size
Espresso F1 Specialty Tomato
A newer introduction producing round, brownish truss tomatoes averaging 130–140 grams with firm fruit and early maturity. Excellent disease resistance including TYLC, TSWV, ToMV, Fol 1,2,3, Vd, and Va. A sophisticated, café-worthy tomato that's as reliable as it is beautiful.
Beefsteak Size
Big Sacher F1 Beefsteak Tomato
Big Sacher is a beautiful brownish indeterminate beefsteak with a very strong early plant. Producing 4–6 fruits per cluster averaging 250–300 grams (8.9–12.5 oz), it offers a long shelf life, firm fruits, and great taste. Suitable for autumn, winter, and spring greenhouse production. Resistant to ToMV, Vd, Va, Fol 0-1,2, and TYLCV (IR). Seed is untreated as standard.
Bucanero F1 Beefsteak Tomato
Bucanero is a beautiful indeterminate brown beefsteak with a flattened globe shape and very high production potential. Averaging 240–260 grams (8.6–9.3 oz), it features an early vigorous plant with short internodes. Ideal for summer and autumn greenhouse production. Resistant to ToMV, Va, Vd, Fol 0-1, Ff-9, and TYLCV (IR). Seed is untreated as standard.
Darkmoon F1 Beefsteak Tomato
Darkmoon is a very early indeterminate beefsteak with dark brown, flattened-ribbed fruits averaging 300 grams (10.5 oz). Rich taste and aroma, good shelf life, and short internodes make it ideal for fall, winter, and spring greenhouse production. Highly resistant to ToMV, Vd, Va, Fol 0-1,2, and For.
🔴 Red Beefsteak Tomatoes
Rich red beefsteaks with exceptional flavor and heirloom heritage — bred for modern performance.
Beefsteak Size
GinFiz F1 Specialty Tomato
GinFiz combines the legendary flavor, texture, and color of the Striped German heirloom with the disease resistance and productivity of a modern hybrid. Fruits average 283–397 grams (10–14 oz) with minimal cracking and excellent early yields. Incorporates leaf mold resistance for improved high tunnel production. A generative plant that benefits from grafting and single leader production. Resistant to ToMV, ToANV, Ff A-E, Va, Vd, and For. Seed is untreated as standard.
🩷 Pink Tomatoes
Pink tomatoes are prized in Asian markets and increasingly popular across North America for their mild, sweet flavor and beautiful blush color. These modern heirloom-type pinks deliver that classic look with improved performance.
Beefsteak Size
Tourmaline F1 Pink Beefsteak Tomato
An early indeterminate pink beefsteak averaging 250–270 grams (9–10 oz) with firm fruit and a long shelf life. Well-suited for spring greenhouse and open field production. Highly resistant to ToMV, Vd, Va, and Fol 0-1. A reliable, high-yielding pink for commercial and specialty growers alike.
Specialty / Heirloom-Type
Pink Smart F1 Specialty Tomato
Pink Smart is a modern heirloom-type pink tomato with a flat, sliced shape and deep regular sutures — a true showpiece. Averaging 230–250 grams (8.2–9 oz) with great pink color and firm consistency. Disease resistance includes TYLCV (IR), ToMV, Fol 0,1, Va, Vd, For, and Cf-5. Seed is untreated as standard.
Tobrossa F1 Specialty Tomato
Tobrossa is an indeterminate pink heirloom-type tomato producing large, flat, sliced fruits averaging 320 grams with firm pink flesh and perfect taste. Vigorous, very early, and tolerant to hot weather — ideal for autumn and spring greenhouse production. Resistance includes ToMV, Va, Vd, Fol 0, Ff A-E, TYLCV (IR), and ToBRFV (IR). Seed is untreated as standard.
🟢 Green & Marmande-Type Tomatoes
Green tomatoes — especially the ribbed marmande or RAF type — are a staple of specialty and gourmet markets. Their earthy, complex flavor and dramatic appearance make them a chef favorite.
Beefsteak Size
Bocamegra F1 Beefsteak Tomato
Bocamegra is a marmande green RAF-type tomato with outstanding fruit firmness throughout its production period. A perfect balance of flavor and aroma in a flat, ribbed shape. Indeterminate, very early, and highly productive with short internodes. Fruits transition from green to red and average 250–300 grams (8.9–10.7 oz). Resistant to ToMV, Va, Vd, Fol 0-1, Ff-9, and TYLCV (IR). Seed is untreated as standard.
Quasimodo F1 Beefsteak Tomato
Quasimodo is a new introduction likely to become a very popular beefsteak variety. With deep lobes and an average fruit weight of 280–300 grams (10–10.7 oz), it produces firm, high-quality fruits also suitable for green harvest. Very early with short internodes, high vigor, and a long shelf life. Suitable for spring and autumn greenhouse production. Resistant to ToMV, Vd, Va, and Fol 0-1. Seed is untreated as standard.
🟡 Green-to-Yellow Tomatoes
Green and yellow tomatoes offer a milder, less acidic flavor profile that appeals to a wide range of customers — and their unusual color makes them impossible to ignore at a market stand.
Beefsteak Size
24 Karat F1 Beefsteak Tomato
24 Karat is a stunning indeterminate beefsteak with a green-to-yellow heirloom coloring and a flattened globe shape. Averaging 280–300 grams (10–10.5 oz) with firm fruit, early maturity, and a long shelf life. Excellent disease resistance including TYLCV (IR), ToMV, Fol 0,1, Va, and Vd. Ideal for spring, autumn, and winter greenhouse production.
⚪ White Tomatoes
White tomatoes are a true conversation starter — rare, visually striking, and surprisingly sweet. They're a must-have for any grower looking to offer something genuinely unique.
Cocktail Size
Snow Sweet F1 Cocktail Tomato
Snow Sweet is an indeterminate white cocktail tomato producing oval-shaped fruits of 40–50 grams that are crunchy, sweet, and visually unlike anything else on the market. Vigorous with medium to long internodes. Exceptional disease resistance: ToMV, Vd, Va, Fol 0-1, TYLCV, Ma, Mi, Mj, and Ss. Best grown in autumn, winter, and spring greenhouse conditions. Seed is untreated as standard.
🟠 Striped Tomatoes
Striped tomatoes are the ultimate eye-catcher — their dramatic patterned skin makes them a bestseller at farmers markets and a favorite for food photographers and chefs.
Cocktail Size
Tiger F1 Striped Cocktail Tomato
Tiger is a special indeterminate cocktail tomato with a striking striped exterior, averaging 40–45 grams (1.4–1.6 oz). Very firm, round fruits with excellent taste, aroma, and very high lycopene content. Suitable for single or cluster harvest. Short internodes, high-yielding, and very early. Resistant to ToMV, Ve, and Fol 0-1-2. Best for spring, autumn, and winter greenhouse production. Seed is untreated as standard.
🍓 Unique Shapes
Beyond color, shape is another way to stand out. Eider's distinctive strawberry form is a guaranteed conversation starter.
Cocktail Size
Eider F1 Cocktail Tomato
Eider is a unique "strawberry"-shaped cocktail tomato averaging 40–45 grams (1.5–1.6 oz) with great taste, aroma, and a long shelf life. Suitable for all seasons with excellent yield potential and a very early, vigorous plant. Resistant to ToMV, Vd, Va, and Fol 0-1. Seed is untreated as standard.
Quick Reference: Colored Varieties at a Glance
| Variety | Color | Type | Fruit Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cocoa Brown F1 | Dark Brown | Cherry | 20–25g |
| Kahlua F1 | Brown | Cocktail | 70–80g |
| Espresso F1 | Brownish | Truss | 130–140g |
| Big Sacher F1 | Brownish | Beefsteak | 250–300g (8.9–12.5 oz) |
| Bucanero F1 | Brown | Beefsteak | 240–260g (8.6–9.3 oz) |
| Darkmoon F1 | Dark Brown | Beefsteak | 300g (10.5 oz) |
| GinFiz F1 | Red (Striped German heritage) | Beefsteak | 283–397g (10–14 oz) |
| Tourmaline F1 | Pink | Beefsteak | 250–270g (9–10 oz) |
| Pink Smart F1 | Pink | Specialty / Heirloom-type | 230–250g (8.2–9 oz) |
| Tobrossa F1 | Pink | Specialty / Heirloom-type | 320g |
| Bocamegra F1 | Green to Red | Beefsteak / Marmande | 250–300g (8.9–10.7 oz) |
| Quasimodo F1 | Green | Beefsteak | 280–300g (10–10.7 oz) |
| 24 Karat F1 | Green to Yellow | Beefsteak | 280–300g (10–10.5 oz) |
| Snow Sweet F1 | White | Cocktail | 40–50g |
| Tiger F1 | Striped | Cocktail | 40–45g |
| Eider F1 | Strawberry-shaped | Cocktail | 40–45g |
Grow the Rainbow with Paramount Seeds
Whether you're supplying a specialty grocer, running a farm stand, or growing for the love of it, colored tomato varieties are one of the best ways to differentiate your operation and delight your customers. Paramount Seeds carries all of these varieties with seed counts ranging from small trial packs to bulk commercial quantities.
Browse our full specialty tomato collection and start planning your most colorful season yet.