Vegetables and herbs

Cherry tomato: maintenance tips

Popular for pot cultivation, the cherry tomato is available in several colorful cultivars. Produces a multitude of small fruits with unique flavours.

Maintenance tips: Cherry tomatoMaintenance tips: Cherry tomato

Common name: Cherry tomato

Exposure

Full sun exposure, with 8 to 10 hours of sunshine a day for maximum yield.

Watering

Water regularly, avoid wetting foliage.

Planting

Sensitive to cold. Plant when there is no risk of frost, in rich, well-drained soil. For container cultivation, plant in vegetable garden potting soil.

Fertilization

Fertilize at planting with granular fertilizer. During the summer, fertilize with water-soluble or liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks.

Harvest

Tomatoes should be picked when ripe, as soon as they reach their final colour, which ranges from pink to bright red, yellow or orange, depending on the variety.

Availability may vary by store.

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Image for informational purposes only. Size, colour and variety of plants shown may vary from store to store. The information in this article is intended as a guide only and may not apply to certain situations. If you have any questions, contact a Potvin & Bouchard expert in your area.