Persimmon Heirloom Tomato
Scientific Name: Solanum lycopersicum 'Persimmon'
Also Known As
- Lycopersicon lycopersicum 'Persimmon Heirloom'
Plant type
perennial, annual / biennial, fruit / vegetable
size
- H: 4'-6'
- W: 3'-4'
planting zones
- 1-12
Persimmon Heirloom Tomato plant details
Persimmon Heirloom Tomato is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen annual / biennial or perennial fruit / vegetable with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge followed by orange fruit. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and 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 Persimmon Heirloom Tomato
- Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial fruit / vegetable
- Plant family: solanaceae
- Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: edible, heirloom, indeterminate, rare
GROWING CONDITIONS for Persimmon Heirloom Tomato
- USDA Zones: 1 - 12
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Persimmon Heirloom Tomato plant
How to Grow Persimmon Heirloom Tomato
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
Fruit
- orange
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
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