Michael Pollan Tomato

Scientific Name: Solanum lycopersicum 'Michael Pollan'

Also Known As

Lycopersicon lycopersicum 'Michael Pollan'

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 5'-6'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

1-12

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Michael Pollan Tomato plant details

Michael Pollan Tomato is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen annual / biennial or perennial fruit / vegetable with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge followed by green and yellow fruit. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Michael Pollan Tomato

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial fruit / vegetable
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: culinary, edible, indeterminate, trellis, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Michael Pollan Tomato

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

‘Michael Pollan’ is an odd shaped mutant! (The tomato that is.) Egg shaped fruits are yellow with green stripes & some have little “nubbins” on the ends. Related to ‘Green Zebra’ but with a milder taste & a good amount of sweetness. Very popular in taste tests. Plus the bloom on this variety is reported to be quite showy. Nice! Named after the amazing author & teacher -whose books we highly recommend. ‘Michael Pollan’ is possibly susceptible to Blossom End Rot so make sure & water him evenly to prevent this from occurring. The tomato that is!