Growing Tomato in Kajiado
Soil suitability analysis based on Kajiado's nutrient profile
Yes, with the right inputs — Kajiado is moderately suited to Tomato. Kajiado's soil (pH 6.55, near-neutral) gives Tomato a suitability score of 62/100. Match fertilizer to Kajiado's nitrogen and phosphorus levels for the best result.
Kajiado County is a solid choice for Tomato, with a soil-match score of 62/100. Local soils average pH 6.55 — neutral and inside the 6–7 band Tomato prefers, so no lime is usually required. The main gap is nitrogen — measured at N 0.97 g/kg, P 20.6 mg/kg, K 257 mg/kg against this crop's high/high/high demand — so the fertilizer plan below prioritises closing that deficit. The county's predominantly sandy loam soils suit Tomato, which favours loam. Tomato's full potential is about 15,000 kg/acre (~KES 750,000/acre at KES 50/kg), but at Kajiado's 62/100 suitability a realistic target here is closer to 11,625 kg/acre (~KES 581,250/acre) unless the constraints above are addressed.
Soil & climate match
| Factor | Kajiado soil | Tomato needs | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| pH | 6.55 | 6–7 | OK |
| Nitrogen | 0.97 g/kg | min 1.2 g/kg | Low |
| Phosphorus | 20.6 mg/kg | min 20 mg/kg | OK |
| Potassium | 257 mg/kg | min 200 mg/kg | OK |
| Rainfall | 500 mm | 600–1,400 mm | Low |
| Altitude | 1,300 m | 0–1,800 m | OK |
Planting calendar
Long Rains
Short Rains
Dry Season
Top dressing guide
Recommended seed varieties
Economics
Fertilizer prices
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