Cherry Tomato Vegetable Seeds - Sweet, Juicy Tomatoes for Your Home Garden

Growing Guide for Cherry Tomato Seeds

Cherry tomatoes are a sweet, juicy, and prolific variety that thrive in home gardens. These small, bite-sized tomatoes are perfect for fresh salads, snacking, roasting, and sauces. They grow well in containers, raised beds, or traditional garden plots, making them an excellent choice for gardeners of all experience levels.

Key Attributes:

• Product Name: Cherry Tomato Seeds
• Type: Heirloom, open-pollinated
• Growth Habit: Determinate (bushy) or indeterminate (vining) – varies by variety
• Mature Height: 3-6 feet, depending on type
• Hardiness: Warm-season crop
• Light Requirements: Full sun (at least 6-8 hours daily)
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil, pH 6.0–6.8
• Uses: Fresh eating, salads, roasting, sauces, and drying

Product Details:

• Germination Rate: High for reliable growth
• Seed Freshness: Newly harvested for optimal germination
• Origin: Sustainably sourced
• Shelf Life: Best planted within one year for maximum viability

Planting Instructions:

Seed Preparation:

• No pre-treatment required.
• Optional: Soak seeds in warm water for 4-6 hours to accelerate germination.

Sowing Guidelines:

Indoor Sowing (Recommended):

• Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost.
• Sow ¼ inch deep in seed trays with well-draining soil.
• Maintain soil temperature at 70-80°F (21-27°C).
• Keep soil moist but not waterlogged.

Outdoor Sowing:

• Only direct sow if nighttime temperatures stay above 55°F (13°C).
• Space plants 18-24 inches apart in rows 24-36 inches apart.

Germination:

• Occurs within 5-10 days under optimal conditions.

Transplanting:

• Harden off seedlings 7-10 days before transplanting by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions.
• Transplant when seedlings are 6-8 inches tall and have at least two sets of true leaves.

Care & Maintenance:

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, providing 1-2 inches of water per week.
• Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer (10-10-10) early on, switching to a low-nitrogen fertilizer (5-10-10) during fruiting.
• Mulching: Apply mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• Staking/Caging:
  • Determinate varieties: Require minimal support.
  • Indeterminate varieties: Need staking or a tomato cage for upward growth.
• Pruning: Remove lower leaves and suckers (for indeterminate varieties) to increase airflow and prevent disease.

Harvesting & Storage:

• Harvest Time: 60-75 days after transplanting.
• How to Harvest: Pick tomatoes when they are fully colored and slightly firm.
• Storage:
  • Store fresh tomatoes at room temperature for 5-7 days.
  • Refrigerate only if overripe to extend shelf life.
  • Freeze or dry excess tomatoes for long-term storage.