Description
The "Lemon Drop" Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is a delightful standout in any garden. This cultivar offers small, round fruits that boast a sunny, lemony yellow hue. Their unique flavour? A harmonious blend of sweetness and tang that promises to add a zesty flair to your dishes.
For optimal growth, plant "Lemon Drop" in a premium quality potting mix if you're using containers, or opt for a high-grade soil conditioner in vege/herb garden settings. These tomatoes relish sunlight but require consistent watering, especially during Bunuru (late summer). Kickstart their growth with a tomato-specific fertiliser in Djilba (early spring) for a bountiful yield. Around 70-80 days after planting, these vibrant gems are primed for harvest. Because of their spirited growth, consider staking them for added support. With "Lemon Drop" in your garden, every meal can have a drop of sunshine.
| Botanical Name | Solanum lycopersicum |
| Common Name | Tomato |
| Cultivar | Lemon Drop |
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Classification |
Tomato |
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| Origin | Mexico, Central America, Southern America |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1.5 - 2 M |
| Width | 50 cm - 1 M |
| Light | Full sun |
| Soil | Rich, loamy, well-draining soil. |
| Water Requirement | Keep soil moist through growing season. Don't allow soil to completely dry out. Plants may need multiple waterings on really hot days. |
| Lifespan | Annual |
| Flower Colour | Yellow |
| Flower Time | Depending on the variety and when the plant is germinated, tomatos can flower any time of the year. Generally they will flower around 1 - 2 months after being planted. Fruit forms 20 - 60 days after flowering. |
| Toxicity | Tomato plants and unripe fruit contain solanine which is toxic to humans, cats, dogs and other animals. Don't allow anyone to ingest any part of the plant other than the ripe fruit. |
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