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Cherry Tomato

Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme

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Overview

Cherry Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum var. cerasiforme) is a compact, indeterminate vine bearing small, rounded fruits roughly 1-1.5 inches in diameter. Thriving in well-drained soil and full sun, this prolific producer offers a bountiful harvest throughout the growing season. Ideal for container planting and garden beds, its vibrant red tomatoes add a burst of color and sweet, tangy flavor to the landscape palette. Space plants 24-36 inches apart for optimal growth.

Sun Full, HalfWater HighZones 3–10Climate Subtropical
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — Thriving in well-drained soil and full sun
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — cerasiforme) is a compact, indeterminate vine bearing small, rounded fruits roughly 1-1.5 inches inCherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — Thriving in well-drained soil and full sunCherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — this prolific producer offers a bountiful harvest throughout the growing seasonCherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — Space plants 24-36 inches apart for optimal growthCherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — Ideal for container planting and garden bedsCherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — tangy flavor to the landscape palette+83

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
High
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Solanaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — Cherry Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum var
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — cerasiforme) is a compact, indeterminate vine bearing small, rounded fruits roughly 1-1.5 inches in
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — Thriving in well-drained soil and full sun
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — this prolific producer offers a bountiful harvest throughout the growing season
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — Space plants 24-36 inches apart for optimal growth
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — Ideal for container planting and garden beds
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — tangy flavor to the landscape palette
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — its vibrant red tomatoes add a burst of color and sweet
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — The Cherry Tomato, or Solanum lycopersicum var
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — revered for its versatility and sweet
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — this prolific producer flourishes in full sun and well-draining soil
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — accentuating its preference for warmth with an ideal temperature range from 65°F to 75°F
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — offering an aesthetic and flavorful punch to any garden or dish.<br><br>Boasting a bushy growth habit
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — the Cherry Tomato sets itself apart with fruit that is typically about 1-1.5 inches in diameter
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — miniature kin of the standard tomato
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — Though it shares lineage with larger varieties
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — ensure a bountiful and wholesome harvest
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — With suitable staking or caging
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — It matures relatively quickly, reaching fruit-bearing readiness roughly 60 to 70 days post-planting
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — yellow flowers in the garden
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — coupled with vigilance for common pests and diseases like tomato hornworms and blight
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — Regular watering and fertilization
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — reaching heights of 4 to 6 feet
Cherry Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum Var. Cerasiforme) — these indeterminate plants grow vertically

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