Sweet Chocolate

Tomato

60d to harvest

Sweet Chocolate cherry tomatoes drape the vine in clusters of small, glossy fruits that read like polished mahogany—deep chocolate-brown with a subtle, warm blush at the shoulders. Their flavor is strikingly sweet and softly fruity, with a juicy, tender bite and a balanced, gentle acidity that makes them irresistible straight from the garden. Grow Sweet Chocolate for standout snacking, vibrant color in fresh salads, and rich, dark-hued sauces and salsas that taste as lush as they look.

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Apr 6th
Last Frost	May 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jul 20th
Harvest Begins	Sep 18th
Harvest Ends	Aug 29th

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)	8

Recommended Companions

Wild Magic Basil

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Amsterdam Forcing Carrot

Forest Green Parsley

Napoletano Basil Basil

Jaune Obtuse Du Doubs Carrot

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease is most likely on Solanum lycopersicum (sweet/tomato type), and how do I control it at home?

Early blight (Alternaria) commonly shows up as dark, concentric spots on lower tomato leaves and can move upward fast in warm, humid weather. Remove and discard affected lower leaves early, water at the soil line (not on foliage), and spray with a labeled tomato fungicide such as chlorothalonil or copper only according to the product directions. Improve airflow by spacing plants and avoid working in the canopy when leaves are wet.

How can I tell when Solanum lycopersicum is ready to harvest?

Harvest when the fruit reaches full color (for this cultivar, the mature chocolate-brown/red tones) and the shoulders are uniformly colored without a green or pale ring. The fruits should be slightly soft to gentle pressure and detach easily when twisted upward. Start picking at first full color and harvest regularly because tomatoes continue ripening after picking only partially, especially under warm conditions.