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Garden Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum)

Lycopersicon esculentum, the garden tomato, is a widely cultivated fruit used as a vegetable in cooking, prized for its versatility and flavor worldwide.

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Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Consistent

Soil

Well-drained, fertile soil

Temperature

Warm

Fertilizer

Regular Feeding

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun

Needs at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Watering

Consistent

Water deeply at the base, avoid overhead.

Soil

Well-drained, fertile soil

Temperature

Warm

Optimal growth between 21-29°C; sensitive to frost.

Fertilizer

Regular Feeding

Balanced fertilizer with moderate phosphorus after establishment.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Fruit, Vegetable

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Lifespan

Annual

Plant Height

0.5-3 m

Spread

0.5-1 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound

Flower Size

1-2 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

100000

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSolanales
  • familySolanaceae
  • genusLycopersicon
  • speciesLycopersicon esculentum
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

Yes

None

Additional Care Tips

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