Cherry Tomatoes Plant

Cherry tomatoes should taste as delightful as their name implies—like cherries. Our plants are cultivated to deliver the best authentic taste, unlike those mass-produced under time and profit constraints. Join our blog for tips on caring for your cherry tomato plants and achieving amazing results. 🍅🌱
Each of our seedlings is nurtured in organic soil and fertilized with a unique blend of essential minerals derived from our diverse composting methods. Unlike mass-produced alternatives, each plant receives individualized care, ensuring an environmentally friendly and distinctive experience.
 
We offer free local delivery at no charge for purchases over $25
Indivial or smaaler orders must be picked up from our recycling facility during our normal business hours.
We will sent an email notification 5 days prior to advised the plants are ready for pickp
We offer delivery for Lake,Sumter,Marion Counties, if you reside outside of this area we will ship your order . Please keep in mind if your order has to be shipped we will send an addiotional invoice for this shipping, We must ship the plant to you as quickly and safely as possible at this could affect the shipping price. 
 
Cherry Tomato Plants Overview
Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum var. cerasiforme
Common Names: Cherry Tomatoes
Appearance: These tomatoes are small, round, and often perfectly sized for snacking. They come in various colors, including red, yellow, orange, and even black.
Flavor Profile: Cherry tomatoes are known for their sweet and juicy flavor. They provide a burst of freshness in salads, pasta, and other dishes.
Growing Cherry Tomato Plants
Sunlight: Cherry tomato plants require full sun, ideally 6-8 hours of sunlight per day.
Soil: They thrive in well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.8. Amending soil with compost or organic matter can enhance its quality.
Watering: Maintain consistent moisture, but avoid overwatering. Water at the base of the plant to prevent fungal diseases. Mulching can help retain soil moisture.
Planting: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date, or purchase young plants from a nursery. Transplant seedlings outdoors once all danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed.
Spacing: Space plants about 18-24 inches apart in rows that are 2-3 feet apart.
Support: Use stakes, cages, or trellises to support the plants as they grow, keeping the fruit off the ground and reducing the risk of disease.
Care Tips
Pruning: Remove the lower leaves and any suckers (the shoots that grow in the leaf axils) to encourage better air circulation and higher fruit production.
Fertilizing: Use a balanced fertilizer or one with a higher phosphorus content to promote flowering and fruiting. Avoid excessive nitrogen, as it can lead to lush foliage but fewer fruits.
Pests and Diseases: Watch for pests like aphids, tomato hornworms, and whiteflies. Common diseases include blight, leaf spot, and blossom-end rot. Regularly inspecting plants and using organic pest control methods can help manage these issues.
Harvesting: Cherry tomatoes are typically ready to harvest 65-70 days after planting. They are ripe when they are fully colored and easily detach from the vine. Regularly harvesting encourages continuous production.
Health Benefits
Nutrient-Rich: Cherry tomatoes are a great source of vitamins A and C, potassium, folate, and antioxidants like lycopene, which support overall health and may reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
 
Cherry tomato plants are relatively easy to grow and can be a rewarding addition to any garden, patio, or balcony. Do you have any specific questions about growing or using cherry tomatoes? 🍅🌿
 
We deliver the Orders Free Locally within Central Florida (Lake,Sumter,Marion) all other other will be shipped via UPS to ensure safety delivery.
 
We offer delivery for Lake, Sumter, and Marion Counties. If you reside outside these areas, we will ship your order. Please note that if your order requires shipping, we will send an additional invoice for the shipping cost. We aim to ship your plants as quickly and safely as possible, which could affect the shipping price.