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We received some Tomato on Sep 28, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Last received Sep 28, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Pet toxicity: Toxic to dogs and cats
Pet safety guideAbout Tomato
Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is a fruiting annual grown for its fleshy, flavorful fruits in red, orange, yellow, and pink. In NE Florida, plant spring crops Feb–Mar and fall crops Aug–Sep; bees and other pollinators are essential for fruit set, and heat-tolerant varieties such as 'Florida 91' perform best.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended months: January, February, March.
Seasonal care
Bloom season. New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Bloom season.
Foliage may begin to change or drop.
Dormant — drops foliage. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Tomatoes require a minimum of 6–8 hours of direct sun daily; in NE Florida, choose a south- or east-facing site to maximize yield during the two planting windows (Feb–Mar and Aug–Sep).
Water deeply 1–2 inches per week using drip irrigation or soaker hoses; keep soil consistently moist but never waterlogged, and mulch heavily to conserve moisture in Florida's sandy soils.
Grow in well-drained sandy or loamy soil amended with compost; fertilize at planting and every 2–3 weeks with a balanced vegetable fertilizer (6-8-8 ratio) to support Florida's heavy-feeding tomato crop.
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Common questions
Is Tomato a good plant for St. Augustine?
Tomato is an annual. Mature size: 3-8 feet × 2-4 feet. Light: Full Sun. Water needs: Moderate. Recorded hardiness zone: 9a.
What is the recorded pet toxicity for Tomato?
Toxic to dogs and cats
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.