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| Botanical Name |
Lycopersicon lycopersicum |
| Seeds Per Pack |
15 |
| Life Cycle |
Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate |
5 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate |
10 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds |
1/4 in. |
| When to Sow |
Indoors 6-8 weeks before last spring frost |
| Growing Height |
36-48 in. (90-120 cm) |
| Plant Spacing |
24-36 in. (60-90 cm) |
| Hardiness |
N/A |
| Sun Exposure |
Full Sun |
| Danger |
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested |
| Growth Habit |
Determinate |
| Soil pH Requirements |
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral), 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline) |
| Days to Harvest |
70-80 |
| Propagation Methods |
From herbaceous stem cuttings, From seed; germinate in a damp paper towel, From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting |
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds, Ferment seeds before storing |
| Open Pollinated (OP) |
Yes |
| Usage |
Fresh, salad, Fresh, slicing |
| Fruit Color |
Brown, Green, Red, Red-orange, Striped |
| Fruit Size |
Medium (under one pound) |
The Spud Viper Dwarf Tomato striking dwarf tomato variety with olive-green fruits accented by vibrant orange stripes. Derived from the renowned "Viper" lines, this potato-leaf dwarf tomato features plants that typically grow between 3 to 4 feet tall, making them ideal for raised beds, patios, and small-space gardens. Despite its compact growth, this variety produces abundant yields of beautifully striped fruits averaging around 3 ounces each.
The fully ripened tomatoes boast a unique coloration of olive-green with orange stripes, complemented by a rich, sweet, and tangy flavor, perfect for fresh salads, sauces, and snacking straight off the vine. The fruits have a balanced sweetness and tanginess, suitable for fresh eating or sauce-making. This productive dwarf variety retains all the delicious flavor of larger heirloom tomatoes, making Viper PL Dwarf a fantastic option for gardeners who seek classic tomato flavor but have limited gardening space.
