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Lemon Drop
TomatoSolanum lycopersicum 'Lemon Drop'
- Full sun
- Zones 10–11
- 75 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 24" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–7
Overview
A prolific cherry tomato variety that produces bright yellow, teardrop-shaped fruits with an intensely sweet, citrusy flavor that's unlike any other tomato. These bite-sized gems are incredibly productive, with long clusters of 6-12 fruits that ripen throughout the season. A conversation starter that adds both visual appeal and gourmet flavor to any garden or plate.
Planting
Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date. Transplant after soil reaches 65°F.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 24" apart. Germination: 7-14.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Tomato hornworm, aphids, whiteflies. Common diseases: Late blight, early blight, septoria leaf spot.