Cherry Tomato Growing Guide0% read

Cherry Tomato Growing Guide

Growing Cherry Tomato is easier than you think. This guide walks you through everything you need — from planting your first seed to harvesting.

EasyFruitAnnual~65 days to maturityWarm Season

At a Glance

Difficulty

Easy

When To Start

First Chance to Plant

42 Days Before Last Frost

Last Chance to Plant

60 Days Before First Frost

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The Journey Ahead

Cherry Tomato's Lifecycle

Seedling

Mature Plant

Seed Production

Step 1

Prepare Your Space

0.6 cm

Seeding Depth

45 cm

Plant Spacing

60 cm

Row Spacing

Plants / Sq Ft

Vertical Growing

Yes – Trellis

Method: Trellis

Succession Planting

Yes

Good Companions

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Bad Companions

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Step 2

Planting & Sprouting

Growing Tips

1Plant cherry tomatoes in a sunny spot with at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily, and use well-draining, nutrient-rich soil.
2Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy, aiming for deep watering at the base.
3Space plants about 2 feet apart for good air circulation, and check leaves often for pests like aphids or whiteflies, removing them by hand or with insecticidal soap if needed.

Seedling Phase

Step 3

Growth & Maturity

~65

Days to Maturity

120 cm

Mature Height

60 cm

Mature Width

Pests to Watch For

Aphidswhitefliesspider mitestomato hornwormsflea beetles

Diseases to Watch For

Early blightLate blightSeptoria leaf spotFusarium wiltPowdery mildew

Mature Plant

Step 4

Harvesting

Harvest Window

60 days

When to Pick

Harvest cherry tomatoes when they are fully colored (red, yellow, or orange, depending on the variety) and slightly soft to the touch. Gently twist or snip the fruit from the vine, ideally in the morning when temperatures are cooler. Regular harvesting encourages more fruit production.

How to Harvest

1Harvest cherry tomatoes when they are fully colored, glossy, and slightly firm to the touch.
2Gently grasp the fruit and twist or snip it off the vine with scissors, leaving a small stem attached.
3Avoid pulling forcefully to prevent breaking branches or damaging the plant.

Step 5

Saving Seeds

How to Save Seeds

Saving seeds from your Cherry Tomato plant is easy and rewarding! Simply pick a few ripe, healthy tomatoes, scoop out the seeds along with the gel, and place them in a jar with a little water. Let the mixture sit for a few days, stirring daily, until a layer of mold forms—this helps separate the good seeds. Rinse the seeds thoroughly, spread them on a paper towel to dry for about a week, and then store them in a labeled envelope or small jar in a cool, dry place. You’ve just taken the first step toward next season’s garden—saving seeds is something every grower can do!

Seed Production