GROWING GUIDE FOR CHERRY TOMATO SEEDS
PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS
Plan to plant seeds outdoors as they need at least six hours of sun.
Since tomatoes need steady moisture supply, it is advised to place the pots near a water source.
For potting, choose a pot with an 18-inch diameter for determinate tomatoes and 24-inch diameter for indeterminate tomatoes to get maximum production.
Fill the containers with premium quality potting soil which is light and fluffy to provide moisture and ventilation to your plant. It is best to plant these seeds after the last frost date.
On a chilly night, be ready to cover your plants. Add mulch to preserve moisture.
GROWING REQUIREMENTS
MANURE
Select a spot that receives at least 6-8 hours of sun.
SOIL
It prefers loamy soil with a pH that should range between 6.0 and 6.8.
TEMPERATURE
The optimum temperature for growing a successful cherry tomato is 65 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit.
WATERING
Cherry Tomato needs a steady water supply.
HOW TO HARVEST
Cherry Tomatoes are ready to harvest in 55-60 days from transplanting.
Most cherry tomato plants usually begin flowering in a month which is followed by tiny green fruits.
After a few weeks, these tiny green fruits turn into full-blown cherry tomatoes.
Grasp a ripened tomato firmly and twist it with your hands until it snaps off the vine.
You can either use a knife or garden clippers to harvest the tomatoes. You should cut the stem close to the fruit.
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