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Phoenix
TomatoSolanum lycopersicum 'Phoenix'
- Full sun
- Zones 10–11
- 68 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 24" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–7
Overview
A heat-tolerant determinate variety specifically developed for hot climate growing where other tomatoes fail. Produces excellent yields of smooth, crack-resistant fruits even in extreme summer heat and humidity. The compact plants set fruit reliably in temperatures that would cause other varieties to drop their blossoms.
Planting
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost or direct seed in warm climates.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 24" apart. Germination: 7-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Tomato hornworm, spider mites in hot weather, aphids. Common diseases: Bacterial speck, early blight, sunscald in extreme conditions.