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Arkansas Traveler tomato is a warm season cultivated tomato variety noted for steady plant growth and reliable fruit development under warm conditions. Plants typically exhibit an indeterminate growth habit and benefit from staking or support during the growing season. This tomato adapts well to open garden beds, raised beds, and protected cultivation where full sunlight, warm temperatures, and well drained fertile soil are available. It is commonly grown for seasonal culinary use in home gardens.
Features
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Warm season tomato plant with indeterminate growth habit
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Suitable for garden beds, staking systems, and protected cultivation
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Produces medium to large fruits for culinary use
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Performs well in full sun and warm growing conditions
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Adaptable to fertile, well drained garden soils
Specifications
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Scientific Name: Solanum lycopersicum
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Common Name (US): Tomato
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Seed Type / Variety: Arkansas Traveler vegetable seed variety
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Growth Habit: Indeterminate annual plant requiring support
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USDA Zones: 3 to 11 grown as seasonal annual
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Planting Season: Spring after frost risk
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Growing Season: Warm season crop
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Sowing Season: January to March indoors; March to May outdoors depending on climate
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Germination Time And Conditions: 5 to 10 days at 20 to 30 C in moist well drained soil
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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun exposure
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Soil Requirements: Fertile, well drained loamy soil with organic matter
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Watering Needs: Moderate consistent watering maintaining even soil moisture
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Mature Plant Size: Approximately 150 to 200 cm height, 60 to 90 cm spread
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Plant Spacing: 60 to 75 cm between plants
