Indigo Cherry Drops

Family: Solanaceae Nightshade

Bursting with a velvety, inky sweetness, Indigo Cherry Drops ripen to a jewel-toned mix of deep indigo skins and warm crimson shoulders that glow on the vine.

Bite into crisp, juicy fruits with a balanced tang and a faint berry-like perfume, perfect for fresh snacking, vibrant salads, and colorful roasting trays where their color deepens beautifully. Gardeners love the steady, prolific harvest over about 60 days from sowing, with clusters that make every picking feel like gathering edible ornaments.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 60 DaysHabit: Indeterminate

Botanical illustration of Indigo Cherry Drops

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Mar 7th
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jun 20th
Harvest Begins	Aug 19th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	60
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Indeterminate
Support Needed	Cage
Planting Depth	Deep
Germination Temp (°F)	75
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	10

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

These cherry tomatoes bring a crisp, wet snap and a sweeter, berry-leaning aroma with tang that doesn’t get loud—so they’re built for eating straight and for salads that hold up. Under heat, their pigment deepens and the sweetness concentrates, making a gorgeous little caramelized edge without collapsing into jam.

Best Uses

raw snacking handfuls where skins stay intact and glossy
salads that need juicy bursts without turning soggy
roasting trays where the skins darken and the sweetness concentrates
pickling for jewel-toned brine-ready tang

Flavor Profile

velvety, inky sweetness crisp snap with juicy bite balanced tang with faint berry-like perfume deep color that turns richer with heat

Kitchen Pairings

aged balsamic vinegar fresh mozzarella extra-virgin olive oil garlic sea salt black pepper

Frequently Asked Questions

What pests or diseases commonly hit Solanum lycopersicum (Indigo Cherry Drops) and how do I treat them?

Indigo Cherry Drops (a tomato) is commonly affected by early blight and leaf mold, especially when leaves stay wet. Remove lower yellowing leaves and improve airflow, then use an appropriate fungicide labeled for tomatoes at the first spots; avoid overhead watering and water at the soil line. Watch also for aphids and whiteflies—spray plants with a strong jet of water and, if needed, apply insecticidal soap when pests are first noticed.

How often should I water during the main growing phase for Solanum lycopersicum?

During active flowering and fruiting (mid-season through about day 60), keep the soil evenly moist with roughly 1–2 inches (2.5–5 cm) of water per week, adjusting for heat and container size. Water deeply so moisture reaches several inches down, then let the top 1 inch (2.5 cm) of soil dry slightly before watering again. Inconsistent watering can trigger blossom-end rot and fruit cracking.

How can I tell when Indigo Cherry Drops are ready to harvest?

Harvest when fruits are fully colored for the variety’s dark purple/blue sheen and the cherries feel slightly soft when gently squeezed. Don’t wait for deep red ripeness—these tomatoes ripen to their characteristic dark color first. Pick every few days once the cluster starts ripening to prevent overripe fruit from splitting on the plant.