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Lycopersicon esculentum

Family Solanaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   10a - 11   RHS:   HH - FT   EGF:   G1 - G2   Australia:   4 - 5  
Care Level medium
Height 0.9 - 1.8 m (3 - 6 ft)
Spread 0.6 - 1.2 m (2 - 4 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The herbaceous perennial Lycopersicon esculentum (tomato) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, bright yellow and fragrant blossoms. The matte foliage is medium green in colour, medium in texture and aromatic. Lycopersicon esculentum (tomato) bears fragrant and showy fruit. This plant has stems that are aromatic.
Typical Uses Annual, border, container, culinary and vegetable garden.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Lycopersicon esculentum .
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Lycopersicon esculentum (tomato) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.