Chocolate Sprinkles

Tomato

60d to harvest

Sweetly fragrant, with a dark “chocolate” blush that ripens to near-burgundy brilliance, Chocolate Sprinkles cherry tomatoes burst with a candy-like pop and a silky, juicy bite. Their petite, perfectly round fruits hang in clusters on vigorous plants, offering a delightful balance of bright sweetness and gentle tang. Grow them for fresh snacking, vibrant salads, and striking color in salsas and quick pickling—little jewels that make every bowl look garden-fresh and abundant.

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Feb 2nd
Last Frost	Mar 23rd
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	May 18th
Harvest Begins	Jul 17th
Harvest Ends	Nov 12th

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)	10

Recommended Companions

Lemon Sweet Clove Basil

Marigold Marigold

Carlo Carrot

Dark Green Italian Plain Parsley

Cinnamon Basil Basil

Dark Green Italian Plain Leaf Parsley

Frequently Asked Questions

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

During the main growth from flowering through fruit set, water deeply to moisten the root zone, then wait until the top 1 inch of soil is dry before watering again. Expect roughly 1–2 inches of water per week total (more in hot weather), delivered in one or two deep soakings. Consistent moisture helps prevent blossom-end rot, which is frequent when watering fluctuates.

How do I know when Chocolate Sprinkles is ready to harvest?

Harvest when the fruit is fully colored and has reached its mature size—count on about 60 days from transplanting as a general target for Solanum lycopersicum. Pick when fruits are firm but give slightly at the blossom end, and they should have uniform color without green shoulders. If you can easily detach the fruit with a gentle twist, it’s usually at peak ripeness.