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Slicing Tomato

Solanum Lycopersicum

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Overview

Solanum lycopersicum, commonly known as the Slicing Tomato, is a quintessential feature for edible gardens. This venerable annual grows 4-6 ft tall, requiring support structures. It thrives in full sun, bearing juicy fruits up to 4 inches in diameter. Ideal for raw consumption, these tomatoes showcase vibrant red skins. Plant in rich, well-drained soil with ample spacing of 24-36 inches to promote healthy growth. Regular watering and fertilization are essential.

Sun Full, HalfWater HighZones 3–10Type VegetableClimate Subtropical
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — Regular watering and fertilization are essential

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
High
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Mature height
1–3 Ft.
Mature width
2–3 Ft.

Classification

Type
Vegetable
Family
Solanaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — This venerable annual grows 4-6 ft tall, requiring support structures
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — The 'Beefsteak' variety yields large, juicy fruits, ideal for sandwiches and salads; tomatoes demand well-draining soil
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — The 'Beefsteak' variety yields large, juicy fruits, ideal for sandwiches and salads
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — A versatile plant, it can serve both aesthetic and practical functions in landscape design
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — scientifically recognized as Solanum lycopersicum; use organic mulch like straw or wood chips around the base to
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — vegetable for full or half; which can aid in repelling pests and enhancing flavor
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — requiring sturdy support in the form of cages or stakes
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — scientifically recognized as Solanum lycopersicum
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 10 through 11.<br><br>For optimum growth
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — When integrating tomatoes into a landscape design
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — Providing 1 to 2 inches of water per week is typically sufficient; vegetable for full or half
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — Plant in rich, well-drained soil with ample spacing of 24-36 inches to promote healthy growth; regular, image 57
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 10 through 11.<br><br>For optimum growth; plant in rich, well-drained
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — It thrives in full sun, bearing juicy fruits up to 4 inches in diameter; regular watering is fundamental, image 55
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — Tomatoes are annuals in most climates, requiring replanting each year, but they are perennials in U.S; yellow flowers
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — Full sun exposure is crucial
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — yellow flowers in the garden
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — vegetable for full or half
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — A versatile plant, it can serve both aesthetic and practical functions in landscape design; is a, image 61
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — Providing 1 to 2 inches of water per week is typically sufficient
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — Solanum lycopersicum, commonly known as the Slicing Tomato, is a quintessential feature for edible gardens
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — tomatoes demand well-draining soil with a pH between 6.2 and 6.8; full sun exposure is crucial
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — which can aid in repelling pests and enhancing flavor; this venerable annual grows 4-6 ft tall, requiring support
Slicing Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) — they come in an array of colors from the classic vibrant reds to yellows and even purples
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