Species
Solanum lycopersicumTomato24 other cultivars
‘Martino's Roma’Martino's Roma Tomato
‘Sweet’Sweet Tomato
‘Napa Rose’Napa Rose Tomato
‘Red Currant’Red Currant Tomato
‘Black and Brown Boar’Black and Brown Boar Tomato
‘Gold Medal’Gold Medal Tomato
‘Atomic Grape’Atomic Grape Tomato
‘Chocolate Cherry’Chocolate Cherry Tomato
‘Black Krim’Black Krim Tomato
‘New Girl’New Girl Tomato
‘Cherokee Purple’Cherokee Purple Tomato
‘San Marzano’San Marzano Tomato
‘Early Girl’Early Girl Tomato
‘Yellow Pear’Yellow Pear Tomato
‘Sun Gold’Sun Gold Tomato
‘AAA Sweet Solano’AAA Sweet Solano Tomato
‘Jelly Beans’Jelly Bean Tomato
‘Large Barred Boar’Large Barred Boar Tomato
‘Cascade Lava’Cascade Lava Tomato
‘Purple Bumble Bee’Purple Bumble Bee Tomato
‘Black Cherry’Black Cherry Tomato
‘Snow White’Snow White Tomato
‘Stupice’Stupice Tomato
‘Pink Berkeley Tie Dye’Pink Berkeley Tie Dye Tomato
The Story
Plant Bio
An indeterminate heirloom tomato variety from Greece, known for its high yield of uniform, medium-sized, globe-shaped red fruits.
Highly regarded for its excellent, classic tomato flavor, resistance to cracking and disease, and reliable production even in hot weather.
Uses & Benefits:
Essentials
At a Glance
Plant Type
Fruit Vegetable
Height
72 inches
Width
24 inches
Light
Full Sun
Zones
6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Water
Moderate
Humidity
Moderate
Lifespan
Grown as an annual
Native To
South America
Toxicity
Ripe fruit is non-toxic; leaves, stems, and unripe fruit are toxic.
Bloom period
Mid-summer – Late summer
In flower about 2 months of the year
Planting
How to Grow
- Tuck seeds into moist soil at a depth of 0.25 inches.
- Mist cuttings regularly to maintain humidity.
- Provide full sun for at least 6 hours daily.
- Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
- Support plants with cages or stakes as they grow.
- Harvest ripe tomatoes when their color deepens.
Pro Tip
Use organic compost to enrich soil and promote healthy fruit development.
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Water deeply once a week 🌱
- Prune suckers to improve air circulation
- Fertilize with a balanced tomato-specific fertilizer
Don't
- Avoid overhead watering to prevent diseases ❌
- Don’t let soil dry out completely
- Avoid over-fertilizing to prevent excessive foliage
Seasonal Care Calendar
| Task | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fertilize | ||||||||||||
| Harvest | ||||||||||||
| Plant | ||||||||||||
| Prune | ||||||||||||
| Stake |
Watch Out For
Pests & Diseases
Common Pests
Common Diseases
In the Garden
Landscape Uses & Companions
Landscape Uses
Companion Plants
Multiply
Propagation Methods
Good to Know
Common Questions
Thessaloniki Tomato questions
What zones can Thessaloniki Tomato grow in?
Thessaloniki Tomato is hardy in USDA Zones 6–10. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.
Is Thessaloniki Tomato deer resistant?
Not reliably. Deer may browse Thessaloniki Tomato, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.
When does Thessaloniki Tomato bloom?
Thessaloniki Tomato typically blooms in mid-summer through late summer. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.
Does Thessaloniki Tomato need full sun?
Thessaloniki Tomato does best in full sun (6+ hours).
More Solanum to compare
Martino's Roma Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum 'Martino's Roma'
Yukon Gold Potato
Solanum tuberosum 'Yukon Gold'
Sweet Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum 'Sweet'
Napa Rose Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum 'Napa Rose'
Red Currant Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum 'Red Currant'
Black and Brown Boar Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum 'Black and Brown Boar'
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