A Fourth of July tomato is a type of tomato that is perfect for the summer season and particularly for Independence Day celebrations. This tomato variety is known for its vibrant red color and sweet flavor, making it a popular choice for salads, sandwiches, and other summer dishes. Check out the largest plant identification database in the world. Read plant and insect reference guides at Daves Garden. The Fourth of July tomato, sometimes called ‘Independence Day Tomato,’ is one of the earliest varieties of non-cherry tomatoes. Early season tomatoes mature in 65 days or less from the time plants are set out in the garden. View picture of Lycopersicon, Tomato 'Fourth of July' (Lycopersicon lycopersicum) at Dave's Garden. All pictures are contributed by our community. A thread in the PlantFiles Pictures forum, titled Tomato 'Fourth of July' (Lycopersicon lycopersicum) I have actually had a few tomatoes by the Fourth of July. Not every year and not very many by then; but, ANY I consider quite fantastic. I lost track of this variety for a few years, untill I joined Daves Garden. You can locate a source for seeds by doing a word search for the variety. The 4th of July tomato is a popular early-season variety known for its reliability and robust flavor. As the name suggests, this variety delivers ripe tomatoes just in time for Independence Day, making it a favorite among gardeners who want to enjoy fresh, homegrown produce in the summer months. This is one of the earliest tomatoes available, promising ripe, juicy tomatoes by the fourth of July. A perfect tomato for cold regions with a short growing season or for anyone just anxious to enjoy the taste of homegrown tomatoes as early as possible. Studies show that garden-fresh tomatoes contain up to 40% more lycopene than store-bought varieties, making your homegrown Fourth of July tomatoes nutritionally superior to commercial options. A thread in the PlantFiles Pictures forum, titled Tomato 'Fourth of July' (Lycopersicon lycopersicum) Harvest ripe tomatoes as early as the Fourth of July! Early ripening tomato has a deep, crimson color with a classic tomato flavor. Excellent choice for canning, cuisine or fresh. 4 oz Round Fruits ripen in about 49 Days when grown in full sun. A thread in the PlantFiles Pictures forum, titled Tomato 'Fourth of July' (Lycopersicon lycopersicum) Check out the largest plant identification database in the world. Read plant and insect reference guides at Daves Garden. Has anyone tried Fourth of July? It supposedly matures in 44 days, and with my luck, that's probably its only virtue. In other words, tasteless red globes. My first attempt at container veggies keeps growing (no pun intended -- growing in *number* of containers.) Welcome to the famous Dave's Garden website. Join our friendly community that shares tips and ideas for gardens, along with seeds and plants. Producing small, luscious fruits, Fourth of July is one of the earliest producing varieties you can grow. Be the first on your block with fresh tomatoes! Although early, you can continue to harvest your plant until late summer or early fall. A thread in the PlantFiles Pictures forum, titled Tomato 'Fourth of July' (Lycopersicon lycopersicum) Fourth of July tomatoes can be transplanted in the garden by May 15 in most areas and should be planted no later than Memorial Day to ensure harvest-ready fruit by July 4. Plant tomatoes 24-36 inches part within a row and plant rows 48 inches apart to reduce risk of plant disease. Welcome to the famous Dave's Garden website. Join our friendly community that shares tips and ideas for gardens, along with seeds and plants. I've grown 4th of July before, and they did indeed set fruit early for tomatoes by the 4th (without early protected planting out). However, we didn't think they were spectacular in flavor compared with the other later tomatoes. This year, I put out early tomatoes with WOWs. We've picked several 'Stupice' and just been bowled over by the sweet, fruity, flavor. It did take several days of
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