Tomato seeds - Vegetable Plant for Home Gardens

Tomato is a warm season crop grown for its fleshy fruits and vigorous vine or bush growth. It develops productive plants suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and container planting depending on the growth type. This crop adapts well to warm climates and performs best in full sunlight with well drained fertile soil. It is typically grown during the main warm season for consistent fruit production.

Features

• Produces fleshy fruits on vine or bush plants
• Adaptable to warm climates
• Suitable for garden beds raised beds and container planting
• Performs best in full sunlight conditions
• Requires consistent moisture for steady fruit development

Specifications

• Scientific name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Common name (US): Tomato
• Seed type / variety: Standard
• Growth habit: Annual vine or bush
• USDA zones: 3 to 11
• Planting season: Spring to early summer
• Growing season: Summer to early fall
• Sowing Season: Spring March to May Early Summer June
• Germination time and conditions: 5 to 10 days in warm soil 20 to 30 C
• Sunlight requirements: Full sun
• Soil requirements: Well drained fertile soil rich in organic matter
• Watering needs: Moderate keep soil evenly moist
• Mature plant size: 60 to 200 cm height depending on type
• Plant spacing: 45 to 60 cm apart