Older varieties, including most heirlooms, are indeterminate. The branches grow out horizontally as well, and if they are not cut back, they will turn into a jungle of tomato vines. Indeterminate tomato plants don't have a specific height and many will grow wildly, sometimes up to 8ft tall if they are not pruned. They are easy to control and work well with tomato cages or being staked. These plants tend to be smaller and are great for small spaces or container gardening. They also mature quicker, going from flower to fruit faster than indeterminate. Determinate tomato plants grow to a specific height and then they stop. Indeterminate: This designation refers to the growth rate of the tomato plant. Water regularly without letting soil get soggy.ĭeterminate vs. Put tomato plants in a spot where they will get 6-8 hours of sun per day. Without good drainage, the roots will rot and kill the plant. Growing Tomatoes in Containers: A large pot with drainage holes is necessary. It also prevents diseases from spreading from the soil to the foliage. This is to assist in fruit production as opposed to foliage production. Pinch off suckers that grow between the branches and main stem. The fruits need to be kept off the ground – they will rot if they are not held up.Īs the tomato plants grow, pinch or cut off the lower branches to focus the tomatoes growth upwards instead of outwards. It is best to provide support before they get too tall so you don't damage the roots or branches doing it later. They will need to be staked or caged so they can stand upright. Plant tomatoes at least 2 feet apart so they have space to grow outwards. Tomatoes need at least 6 hours of direct sunlight every day. Harden off seedlings before transplanting. Transplant seedlings to the garden when the soil is warm and after there are no more frosts. Many tomato varieties have long growing seasons so be aware and make sure they have enough time to reach maturity. Alternately, they can be planted in the garden directly after all danger of frost has passed.
Start tomatoes indoors 6-8 weeks before the last expected frost.
Fruits grow in clusters of 15-20 and average 1/2”-1” round and weight 1oz. Ideal for making juices or preserves because of its' sweetness. Plants will die in freezing temperatures and may produce a limited harvest during the hottest months of the year (peak of Summer, especially in South Florida and South Central Florida).High-yielding cherry tomatoes with a super-sweet, juicy flavor. This will make it easier to move your plants if they are receiving too much sunlight.Īdvice: All tomato plants are more productive when night time temperatures drop below 80 degrees.Īdvice: Cherry Tomatoes can be successfully grown most of the year in Florida.
We highly recommend growing them in a container during the Summer Growing Season. We recommend growing them in the ground during the Spring.ĭuring the Summer growing Season grow them in partial sun (preferably morning sun). They can be grown in Fall and harvested into the colder months. We recommend growing Sweetie Cherry Tomatoes during the Spring and Summer. We recommend growing inside of a tomato cage or trellis (although it is not required). This means that the plant aggressively grows as well as continuously produces.
Rather than just one harvest, the Cherry Tomatoes will keep producing throughout the season. These little tomatoes are LOADED with flavor. They contain 10% to 15% more sugar than the average cherry tomato, making a refreshingly sweet. Sweetie Cherry Tomatoes are small, juicy, and sweet.
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