Beat the heat with a tomato that thrives in the sun!
Tomato Floradade is your go-to variety for hot, humid climates. Developed to handle the toughest summer conditions, it produces medium-sized, bright red fruits with classic tomato flavor. Whether you're slicing for sandwiches or simmering sauces, Floradade delivers reliable harvests and delicious results, even when the weather gets wild.
Variety: Floradade Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum)
Growth Habit: Determinate
Height: 24–36 inches
Flavor Profile: Mild, sweet, and balanced
Color: Bright red, round fruits
Planting Conditions: Full sun; well-drained soil
Harvest Timeline: 75–85 days from transplant
Uses: Slicing, canning, sauces, fresh eating
Fun Fact: Floradade was developed by the University of Florida to thrive in high heat and humidity, perfect for Southern gardens!
Floradade is a tomato that doesn’t flinch when the sun blazes. Its balanced flavor and firm texture make it ideal for slicing into sandwiches, blending into sauces, or preserving in jars. If you garden in warm regions or want a dependable summer crop, this variety brings both flavor and resilience to your harvest.
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🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Full sun with fertile, well-drained soil is essential.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost. Transplant 18–24 inches apart.
💧 Water Consistently: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during flowering and fruiting.
🌾 Support and Maintain: Use cages or stakes to support the plant and keep fruit off the ground.
✂️ Harvest: Pick when fruits are fully red and slightly soft, perfect for slicing or preserving.
