North Madison in Lake County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Tomato
(Solanum lycopersicum)
Photographed by Craig Doda, May 2, 2026
1. Tomato Marker
The Plant
They require lots of light to grow to their greatest potential and a constantly slightly moistened soil.
There are many threats to tomatoes, including, bacteria, pests, and diseases.
The Benefits
Tomatoes are a great source of Vitamin C and are low fat.
They serve as a great food to eat to sustain a healthy diet. They can be a great food for dogs and provide them with essential nutrients.
Tomatoes can make one of the best companion plants to all varieties of vegetables.
The Cultural Connection
1. Bob the tomato from Veggie tales to educate children of a healthy diet while entertaining them.
2. La Tomatina festival-An annual festival held in Bunol, Spain where people participate in the biggest food fight in the world. It originated as a food fight between friends in the 1940s.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Entertainment • Notable Events.
Location. 41° 47.36′ N, 81° 4.09′ W. Marker is in North Madison, Ohio, in Lake County. It is at the intersection of Middle Ridge Road (Route 22) and Burns
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Regionally, this marker is in Greater Cleveland, on the Lake Erie Shore, and in the Western Reserve. It is also in the American Midwest and on the Great Lakes. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, and the Northwest Territory.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Beetroot (here, next to this marker); Savoy Spinach (here, next to this marker); Touchon Carrot (here, next to this marker); Lettuce (here, next to this marker); Green Beans (here, next to this marker); Broccoli (here, next to this marker); Flint Corn (here, next to this marker); Curly Kale (here, next to this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in North Madison.
Photographed by Craig Doda, May 2, 2026
2. Tomato Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 26, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 16, 2026, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 7 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 16, 2026, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
