Indeterminate red cherry tomato

Red cherry tomato (Solanum lycopersicum), offered by the seed company Weston Seeds

The red cherry tomato is a much-loved heirloom variety producing small, sweet fruits weighing to 1 ounce, perfect for snacking, salads, or container gardening. Its vibrant flavor and abundant yield make it a favorite with gardeners and children alike. An indeterminate variety, it offers vigorous growth throughout the season.

Height: 45 to 70 cm
Spacing: 35 to 45 cm
Sowing: Indoor sowing
Exposure: Full sun
Growth type: Indeterminate
Quantity per packet: 200 to 250 seeds, untreated, non-GMO

Cultivation method:

Sow indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost in a light, warm potting mix. Cover the seeds very lightly and maintain a temperature of 22 to 24C for germination in 5 to 10 days. Provide bright light and transplant when the first true leaves appear.

Transplant outdoors or into pots after the last frost, spacing the plants 35 to 45 cm apart. Provide a stake or cage to support the indeterminate growth. Water regularly at the base and mulch to retain moisture and stabilize soil temperature.

The red cherry tomato is distinguished by its remarkable sweetness and generous production which brightens the vegetable garden all summer long.