Cherry Chocolate

Tomato

60d to harvest

Sweetly fragrant as ripe cherries, Cherry Chocolate delivers a rich, cocoa-kissed sweetness with a glossy, thin-skinned bite. At maturity, clusters of deep mahogany-red to chocolate-brown fruits form a tidy cascade of color, each one bursting with juicy flavor and a pleasantly firm, succulent texture. Ideal for fresh snacking, vibrant salads, and quick pan-roasted bursts of color, Cherry Chocolate also shines in sauces and relish for gardeners who love bold, dessert-like tomato character.

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Apr 13th
Last Frost	Jun 1st
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jul 27th
Harvest Begins	Sep 25th
Harvest Ends	Aug 1st

Crop Details

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I water Cherry Chocolate tomatoes during the main growing phase?

During active fruit set and bulking (roughly weeks 4–8), keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged—aim for about 1 to 1.5 inches (2.5–4 cm) of water per week total, adjusted for your heat and rainfall. Water deeply 1–2 times weekly rather than lightly daily, and ensure the soil dries slightly on top between waterings. Uneven moisture increases blossom-end rot in tomatoes, so try to maintain steady moisture from flowering onward.

How do I tell when Cherry Chocolate tomatoes are ready to harvest?

Harvest when fruits are fully sized and have a uniform dark brown to mahogany “chocolate” color with a slight give when gently squeezed. You should be able to detach the fruit easily from the vine with a light twist; if it resists, let it color a bit longer. At about 60 days to maturity, start checking daily once plants begin coloring.