DESCRIPTION
Growing Flame Tomato Vegetable Garden Seeds
Flame Tomato Growth Habits:
Often started indoors, Flame Tomato should be planted under ¼" of soil. Tomatoes like it hot and should be outside when it is over 75°, and there is no frost in the forecast. In about 85 days, you should see full-grown fruits that will be red with orange and yellow streaking. Place in a place that is full sun in the garden.
Various Uses for Flame Tomato:
Flame Tomatoes are versatile in the kitchen. Due to their medium size, Flame Tomatoes are just right for a variety of purposes. They can be sliced and enjoyed on a sandwich. Try it on a BLT at peak season. Flame tomatoes also work well in sauces or canned. This tomato variety also works well in a salad.
Flame Tomato Benefits:
Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, vitamin C, folate, and vitamin K.
Additional Information:
Heirloom Flame Tomato originated from West Virginia in the 1880s.
ATTRIBUTES
Basic Info
| Latin Name: |
Solanum lycopersicum |
| Other Names: |
Flame Tomato |
| Color: |
Red, with streaks of orange and yellow |
| Flavor: |
Sweet, meaty |
Growing Info
| Days to Maturity: |
85 days |
| Hardiness Zone: |
3-9 |
| Planting Depth: |
1/4 Inches |
| Plant Spacing: |
18-36 Inches |
| Row Spacing: |
4 Inches |
| Growth Habit: |
Upright |
| Soil Preference: |
Moist, well-draining |
| Temp Preference: |
75° |
| Light Preference: |
Full sun |
Other
| Pests/diseases: |
Tomato fly, brown stinkbug |
