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Do you want to grow sweet, juicy tomatoes full of flavor? Growing cherry and cocktail tomatoes is easier than you might think. This guide will show you how to grow a bountiful crop step by step right in your garden, on your balcony, or on your terrace.
Why grow cherry tomatoes at home?
Cherry tomatoes are ideal for beginners and experienced gardeners alike. They have intense flavor, ripen quickly, and are great in salads, for grilling, or as a healthy snack for children. Multicolored varieties (from red to deep purple) also decorate any garden.
When and where to start growing? Start planting in spring once the threat of frost has passed. Seedlings should be at least 15–25 cm tall at planting. Choose a sunny spot with at least 4–6 hours of light per day and well-draining soil with a pH of 6.2 to 6.5.
How to plant cherry tomatoes
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Remove the lower leaves and side shoots from the stem.
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Gently loosen the roots and plant the seedling deep, up to the first remaining leaf.
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Add a bit of compost or citrus peel and a tomato-specific fertilizer into the hole.
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We recommend spacing plants 30–60 cm apart.
Caring for cherry tomatoes
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Regularly remove suckers (they grow in the “V” joint between the stem and a branch) for better fruiting.
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Tie tomatoes to a support (stake, trellis) to prevent breakage and fruit rot.
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Water thoroughly but less often. A deep watering once a week is sufficient.
Fertilizing by growth stage:
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Planting: compost, citrus (once at planting)
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Growth and flowering: 10-20-10 fertilizer every 10–14 days
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Harvest: water and regular cleaning of the plants
Harvesting cocktail tomatoes Fruits ripen in about 60 days. Once they are fully colored, harvest them with a gentle tug. During peak harvest, pick tomatoes day by day.
Summary: Benefits of growing cherry tomatoes
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Easy to grow even for beginners
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Quick harvest
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Excellent taste and versatile use in the kitchen
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Suitable for gardens and balconies
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