Chocolate Sprinkles Tomato
60d to harvest
Sink your senses into Chocolate Sprinkles Tomato’s velvety, darkly sweet fruit—tiny cherry tomatoes with a near-chocolate mahogany skin and playful, sprinkle-like speckling that catches the light. Bite into a juicy, tender pop with a balanced sweetness and gentle tang, and enjoy the fruits at their peak fresh for salads, snack bowls, and vibrant sauce-making. Prolific and garden-friendly in about 60 days, this standout variety turns everyday harvests into a richly colored delight.
Crop Dates
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Mar 27th |
| Last Frost | May 15th |
| Transplant / Sow Outdoors | Jul 10th |
| Harvest Begins | Sep 8th |
| Harvest Ends | Sep 24th |
Crop Details
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 60 |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Determinate |
| Support Needed | Cage |
| Planting Depth | Deep |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 75 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 60 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 50 |
| Harden Off (days) | 7 |
Recommended Companions
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I water Chocolate Sprinkles Tomato during the main growing phase?
During flowering and fruit set, keep the soil consistently evenly moist—typically about 1–2 inches (2.5–5 cm) of water per week, split into 1–3 sessions depending on heat and container/bed drainage. Water deeply when the top 1 inch (2.5 cm) of soil dries, and don’t let it swing between very dry and very wet, which can cause blossom-end rot and fruit cracking. Mulch around the base helps stabilize moisture for this 60-day tomato.
How can I tell when Chocolate Sprinkles Tomato is ready to harvest?
Harvest when fruits are fully colored and glossy for this chocolate-toned cherry tomato, with the skin uniformly dark and the fruit coming off with an easy twist. At ~60 days, they should feel firm but slightly yielding at room temperature—if they’re still pale or green with no color change, wait a bit longer. Taste one: ripe cherry tomatoes will be sweet and aromatic, not tart or chalky.