Black Cherry Tomato

Black Cherry Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) – 4–5 Inch Pot
Available in Jupiter, FL. at Urban Abundance.

Sweet, smoky, and garden-party approved—Black Cherry Tomatoes are a favorite among heirloom lovers and flavor chasers. This stunning variety produces clusters of deep purplish-brown cherry tomatoes with rich, complex flavor that’s perfect for snacking, salads, or roasting. A member of the Solanaceae family, it’s classified as a warm-season fruiting annual vegetable.

Grown in a 4–5 inch pot, this young plant is ready for transplanting into your raised bed, container, or garden plot. With the right care, you’ll be harvesting handfuls in just a few weeks.

Sunlight Needs: Full sun—at least 6–8 hours daily—for strong flowering and sweet fruit.
Watering Needs: Moderate. Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. Water at the base to prevent fungal issues.
Soil Requirements: Rich, well-drained soil with compost or organic matter added. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.
Growth Habit: Indeterminate vine—will continue growing and producing fruit throughout the season. Needs staking, caging, or trellising.
Fruit Timing: Harvest begins 60–75 days after transplant. Pick when fruits are fully colored and slightly soft to the touch.
Cold Tolerance: Not frost-tolerant. Plant after the last frost and protect from unexpected cold snaps.
Special Features:

• Heirloom flavor profile: rich, sweet, and slightly smoky

• Excellent for containers or garden beds

• High yield potential when properly pruned and supported

• Loved by chefs and market growers alike

South Florida Notes: In our climate, Black Cherry Tomatoes are best grown in the cool-season window (October–March). Keep an eye out for pests like hornworms or aphids—use neem oil or handpick as needed. Disease pressure can be high with humidity, so space plants for airflow and avoid overhead watering.

Next steps after purchase:

• Transplant into rich soil in a sunny location

• Provide support early—cages or stakes are a must

• Mulch around the base to retain moisture and reduce soil splash

• Fertilize with an organic tomato blend every 3–4 weeks

• Monitor for pests and prune lower leaves for airflow

This is a warm-season fruiting annual—meaning it grows, fruits, and completes its life cycle within one season in South Florida, then must be replanted for future harvests.