Red Cherry Tomato

Red Cherry Tomato is a tried-and-true favourite for gardeners seeking prolific harvests of sweet, juicy fruit throughout the summer. These indeterminate plants grow tall and continue producing all season long, making them ideal for trellises, cages, or staking. The bright red fruit are flavourful, bite-sized and perfect for salads, snacking straight from the vine, or skewering for summer BBQs. Highly recommended for container growing and small space gardens, especially in temperate coastal climates where reliable ripening is a must.

Where Can You Grow Red Cherry Tomato?
Well-suited for Canadian Zones 3-9, Red Cherry Tomatoes thrive in sunny spots with well-drained soil. They grow beautifully in containers, raised beds, or open ground, and can be protected in greenhouses or cold frames for even earlier fruiting.

History and Historical Uses
Cherry tomatoes are among the oldest cultivated tomato types, dating back centuries. Their popularity is due to their ease of growth, consistent production, and naturally sweet flavour. Red Cherry varieties have been favourites in home gardens and markets for decades, valued for their beauty, taste, and storage versatility.

Canadian Zone Information
Zones 8-9: Start indoors in early spring; transplant outdoors after frost. Continuous harvest through summer.
Zones 5-7: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost; transplant once soil has warmed. Protect young plants if needed.
Zones 3-4: Grow in greenhouse or cold frame for best results, or choose a warm, sheltered outdoor site.

How to Grow and Harvest Red Cherry Tomato

Planting: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Transplant outdoors after hardening off when soil is warm.
Watering: Water regularly at soil level to avoid disease; keep soil evenly moist.
Harvesting: Pick fruits when bright red and slightly soft to the touch.
Maintenance: Stake or cage plants early. Prune side shoots for airflow and better fruiting.

Seed Saving Tips for Future Supply

Select Ripe Fruit: Choose the healthiest plants and fully ripe tomatoes.
Extract Seeds: Scoop seeds and ferment in water for 2-3 days to remove gel coating.
Dry and Store: Rinse clean, dry completely on a paper towel or screen, and store in a cool, dark place.
Store: Properly stored seeds can remain viable for 4-6 years.

Certified Organic By
Islands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)