Solanum lycopersicum 'Seng 9202'PBR (tomato 'Seng 9202') — Columnar upright

Overview

Solanum lycopersicum 'Seng 9202'PBR is a columnar upright herbaceous perennial in the genus Solanum, part of the Solanaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Solanum lycopersicum 'Seng 9202'PBR grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and acid pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1C. Suggested uses include patio and container plants and city and courtyard gardens.

About

Solanum lycopersicum 'Seng 9202' is a herbaceous perennial cultivar of the Solanum genus, known for its columnar upright habit and deciduous foliage. This tomato cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers sheltered, south- or west-facing aspects with fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil that is slightly acidic. It is suitable for patio and container planting, as well as city and courtyard gardens. Being tender, it requires frost protection and is propagated by seed, with summer as its season of interest.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Solanum

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Loam
Soil pH: Acid
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H1C

Plant details

Solanum lycopersicum 'Seng 9202'PBR size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Columnar upright
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: Patio and container plants, City and courtyard gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Solanum lycopersicum 'Seng 9202'PBR

Propagation: Propagate by seed. See sowing vegetable seeds or sowing seeds indoors for further advice
Pest resistance: May be susceptible to Tomato hornworm.
Disease resistance: May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely), potato blight, tomato blight, tomato leaf mould, tomato viruses, magnesium deficiency and blossom end rot. See Tomatoes: leaf problems

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Solanum lycopersicum 'Seng 9202'PBR?

Solanum lycopersicum 'Seng 9202'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Solanum lycopersicum 'Seng 9202'PBR need?

Solanum lycopersicum 'Seng 9202'PBR grows best in loam soil. It prefers acid soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Solanum lycopersicum 'Seng 9202'PBR hardy in the UK?

Solanum lycopersicum 'Seng 9202'PBR has an RHS hardiness rating of H1c, meaning it needs a warm, frost-free position of 5–10°C and is best grown under glass in the UK.

How do I propagate Solanum lycopersicum 'Seng 9202'PBR?

Propagate by seed. See sowing vegetable seeds or sowing seeds indoors for further advice.

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