Tomato varieties that like shade?

Apr 25, 2004 2 Replies

I know the general rule for tomatoes is direct sun, but it is difficult to find an area on our property thatg fits the bill. Last year I've planted on the east side of the house where there is only direct sun from mid morning to early afternoon. The varieties I've planted were brandywine and whopper. The first produced less than I have hoped for, wile the second only produced two fruits in the entire season. Are there any varieties more suited to partial shade much of the day? I am in southwest New Jersey by the way, if it makes any difference.



Thanks in advance


Tomatoes need sun. Period. No variety is shade tolerant. Cut down some trees if you want to grow sun loving plants.

"Full sun" means at least 6 hours of direct sun a day. More is better. If it is "difficult to find an area", it is also going to be very difficult to grow a tomato. You might try locating a few spots that

*do* get sufficient sun and planting there or planting in containers if a patio or deck is the only sunny spot.

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