Black Cherry Tomato

Grow it Forward Heirloom Plant
Black Cherry Tomato
Germ 
7-14 days
Depth 
¼ to ½ in
Spacing 
1 in
Row Spacing 
48 in
Sunlight 
Full Sun
Planting Time 
Spring
Harvest 
60-90 days
Care instructions
75 days. Beautiful black cherries look like large, dusky purple-brown grapes; they have that rich flavor that makes black tomatoes famous. Large vines yield very well; very unique and delicious
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Start seed indoors 4-8 weeks prior to the last frost of spring. Seeds are covered only slightly to allow light which sometimes assists germination. Do not allow the soil to dry out. Containers are held in warm conditions until sprouts appear, which may take anywhere from 3-10 days, depending on temperature, moisture, etc. Move sprouted plants immediately to bright light conditions, such as a south... more »

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