When to plant cherry tomatoes in zone 7a
In zone 7a, the last spring frost usually comes around Apr 8 and the first fall frost around Oct 27. Here is when to plant cherry tomatoes.
Start seeds indoorsFeb 18
Plant in the bedApr 22
Start pickingJun 21
Your cherry tomato calendar for zone 7a
- Feb 18: Start cherry tomato seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- Apr 22: Plant cherry tomatoes in the bed
- Jun 21: Start picking cherry tomatoes
The easiest tomato for beginners. Pick often and it keeps producing until frost.
Spacing in a raised bed: 1 plant per 2 × 2 ft.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 7a. Your local frost dates may be a week or two different. If a late cold snap is forecast, wait a few days.
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