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Bing Cherry

Tomato
Botanical illustration of Bing Cherry
🌱 60d to harvest Indeterminate

Bursting with a glossy, candy-red sheen, Bing Cherry tomatoes offer a sweet-tart pop and a juicy, tender bite that feels almost l…

Planting Schedule

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Crop Dates

MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 31st
Last FrostMay 19th
Transplant / Sow OutdoorsJul 14th
Harvest BeginsSep 12th
Harvest EndsSep 21st

Crop Details

TraitValue
Days to Maturity60
Sun RequirementsFull SunFull sun
Growth HabitIndeterminate
Support NeededStake
Planting DepthDeep
Germination Temp (°F)75
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)9

Frequently Asked Questions


What should I do if my Bing cherry leaves get small yellow spots and look “shot-holed”?
This is commonly cherry leaf spot/shot-hole disease. Remove and destroy infected leaves, then spray a labeled copper fungicide (per label) when buds break and repeat as directed during wet periods. Also thin the canopy for airflow so leaves dry faster after rain or watering.
How often should I water my Bing cherry during the main growing phase?
During active growth, water deeply every 7–10 days, adjusting so the root zone stays evenly moist but never waterlogged. Aim for about 1–2 inches (25–50 mm) of water per week from rainfall plus irrigation, then let the top few inches of soil dry slightly before the next deep watering. Use a slow trickle (drip/soaker) so moisture reaches the whole spread of roots.
How can I tell when Bing cherries are ready to harvest?
Pick Bing cherries when they are fully colored (dark red to near-black), slightly soft to the touch, and the stem releases easily. Taste test: they should be sweet with no pronounced tartness, and fruit should come off the branch without being mealy. Harvest in dry weather for best flavor and to reduce splitting from sudden rain.
Botanical illustration of Bing Cherry

Bursting with a glossy, candy-red sheen, Bing Cherry tomatoes offer a sweet-tart pop and a juicy, tender bite that feels almost luminous on the vine. Their compact plants produce abundant clusters of small, perfectly round fruits with a smooth skin and a firm, succulent interior—ideal for fresh snacking and for vibrant sauces that cling with bright color. Grow Bing Cherry for a quick 60-day payoff and a garden harvest that tastes as lively as it looks.