Tomatoe "Florida Everglades" - Live Plant

Florida Everglades Tomato (Solanum pimpinellifolium)

Description

Florida Everglades Tomato is a small-fruited, wild-type tomato known for its exceptional heat tolerance and heavy production. The plant produces clusters of tiny, bright red tomatoes with a sweet, tangy flavor. Well adapted to Florida’s humidity and summer conditions, this variety thrives where many larger tomatoes struggle.

You Will Receive

A well-rooted plant in a 4" container, with a plant height between 6–20 inches. Plants may be lightly trimmed to ensure they fit safely in the shipping box.

Growing Conditions

☀️ Light: Full sun (6–8+ hours daily)

🌱 Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil with organic matter

💧 Water: Moderate; keep evenly moist during fruiting

🌡️ Temperature: Extremely heat tolerant

📍 USDA Zones: 8–11 (grown as a warm-season annual)

❄️ Cold Hardiness: Not frost tolerant

Growth Habit

• Vigorous, sprawling vine
• 6–10+ feet long
• Benefits from staking, caging, or trellising

Uses

1. 🍅 Fresh Eating: Sweet, bite-sized tomatoes
2. 🥗 Salads & Snacking: Excellent straight off the vine
3. 🌿 Florida-Friendly Gardening: Strong performance in heat and humidity
4. 🐝 Pollinator Friendly: Small yellow flowers attract bees

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