Chocolate Cherry
60d to harvest
Sink your senses into Chocolate Cherry’s richly colored, dark mahogany fruit—sweet-tasting with a gentle, cocoa-cherry depth that feels almost velvety on the palate. These compact cherry tomatoes ripen in about 60 days, forming clusters of glossy, bite-size spheres with a firm, juicy texture and a satisfying snap. Grow them for fresh snacking, vibrant salads, and striking roasted or pan-simmered sauces where their deep color and mellow sweetness shine through.
Crop Dates
Growing note: Frost-free Zone 11a supports continuous outdoor production.
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Climate | Frost-Free Climate |
| Growing Approach | 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 |
Recommended Companions
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s a common disease problem for Chocolate Cherry (Solanum lycopersicum) and how can I treat it?
A very common issue is early blight (Alternaria), which shows as dark, concentric spots on lower leaves that gradually yellow and drop. Remove affected lower leaves, improve airflow by spacing plants, and water at the soil line (not onto foliage). If new spots keep appearing, spray with an appropriate labeled fungicide for tomatoes and repeat according to the label interval.
How often should I water Chocolate Cherry while it’s actively growing and fruiting?
During the main growing phase (flowering through fruit set), keep the root zone consistently moist with about 1–2 inches of water per week total, adjusting for heat and container size. Water deeply when the top 1 inch of soil feels dry, and avoid letting soil swing from very dry to very wet because cherry tomatoes like Solanum lycopersicum can crack or develop blossom-end rot. Mulch around the plants to stabilize moisture and reduce evaporation.