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Black Cherry Tomato · Tomato

Zone 8b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Black Cherry Tomato to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsJan 26th
Last FrostMar 23rd
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 18th
Harvest BeginsJul 17th
Harvest EndsNov 12th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 60°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 10 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity60
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitIndeterminate
Support NeededStake
Planting DepthDeep
Germination Temp (°F)75
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)10
Expert Note: For black cherry types, start indoors early for a strong root system, then wait for warm soil (around 60–65°F) before transplanting to prevent stress and blossom drop.