Bosque Blue Bumblebee

Family: Solanaceae Nightshade

Planting Schedule

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Sweet, sun-warmed flavor bursts from Bosque Blue Bumblebee’s petite fruits—an eye-catching blend of golden warmth and blushing blue-tinged shoulders that tastes like summer in miniature.

Expect a firm, juicy bite with a glossy, thin skin that’s wonderfully snappy, making these cherry tomatoes a standout for fresh snacking, vibrant salads, and quick, colorful sauces. Grow them for 60 days to a steady harvest of abundant clusters that look as good as they taste on the vine.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 60 DaysHabit: Indeterminate

Botanical illustration of Bosque Blue Bumblebee

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Bosque Blue Bumblebee Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Apr 13th	Jul 27th	Sep 25th – Aug 1st
Zone 2a	Apr 6th	Jul 20th	Sep 18th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Mar 27th	Jul 10th	Sep 8th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Mar 27th	Jul 10th	Sep 8th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Mar 31st	Jul 14th	Sep 12th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Mar 27th	Jul 10th	Sep 8th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Mar 25th	Jul 8th	Sep 6th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Mar 20th	Jul 3rd	Sep 1st – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Mar 16th	Jun 29th	Aug 28th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Mar 13th	Jun 26th	Aug 25th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Mar 7th	Jun 20th	Aug 19th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Mar 2nd	Jun 15th	Aug 14th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Feb 20th	Jun 5th	Aug 4th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Feb 11th	May 27th	Jul 26th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Feb 2nd	May 18th	Jul 17th – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Jan 16th	May 1st	Jun 30th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Dec 22nd	Apr 6th	Jun 5th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	Continuous Production
Zone 10b	Continuous Production
Zone 11a	Continuous Production
Zone 11b	Continuous Production
Zone 12a	Continuous Production
Zone 12b	Continuous Production
Zone 13a	Continuous Production
Zone 13b	Continuous Production

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	60
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Indeterminate
Support Needed	Stake
Planting Depth	Deep
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	10

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Bosque Blue Bumblebee brings a candy-sweet cherry hit with a tight, snappy bite—those thin skins won’t collapse into sauce the moment they meet dressing. Use it raw for color and texture, or give it a hot, quick roast to coax out sweetness while keeping the flesh juicy.

Best Uses

snack-in-hand: blistered or fresh, cut-side up to catch juices
tossed salads where the skins stay snappy under vinaigrette
fast pan-roast (high heat, short time) to concentrate sweetness without splitting

Flavor Profile

sweet, sun-warmed fruitiness firm, juicy snap with thin glossy skin balanced tomato tang with minimal sharpness

Kitchen Pairings

aged balsamic extra-virgin olive oil garlic mozzarella burrata white wine vinegar

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are my Bosque Blue Bumblebee plants getting droopy with gray, fuzzy growth on stems or leaves? (Botrytis/gray mold)

Gray mold often appears when plants stay wet for long periods and airflow is poor. Remove and discard any infected leaves or stems immediately, then thin plants so foliage dries quickly in full sun. Water at the soil line (not overhead) and keep the soil surface from staying damp overnight; if it keeps spreading, use a labeled fungicide that targets Botrytis for edible plants.

How often should I water Bosque Blue Bumblebee during the 60-day growing period?

During active growth (roughly weeks 2–6), keep soil consistently moist but not soggy—water deeply when the top 1 inch of soil feels dry. In full sun, this typically means about 1–2 waterings per week, but adjust to rainfall and heat so the root zone stays evenly moist. Once plants start setting and swelling fruit, avoid letting the soil dry out completely, which can lead to misshapen growth and poor flavor.

How can I tell when Bosque Blue Bumblebee is ready to harvest at about 60 days?

Harvest when the fruit is firm, fully colored (the characteristic blue tone shows clearly), and reaches the expected size for the variety—don’t wait for soft or wrinkled fruit. Use a gentle twist-and-lift to harvest; if it resists, give it a few more days and recheck. For best eating quality, harvest in the morning when plants are cool and fruit feels crisp.