(Solanum lycopersicum var. cerasiforme)

Nothing is more quintessential to the taste of summer than cherry tomatoes! Our family generally snacks on these bite sized bursts of flavor straight off the vine. There are two types of cherry tomatoes- determinate and indeterminate. Determinate varieties reach a certain plant height and then stop growing- producing their fruit over a one to two month time period. Do not prune determinate varieties! Indeterminate varieties grow in a more vining pattern, require trellising, and generally perform well when pruned. Indeterminate varieties will continue to produce all season long until the frost.

Black Cherry- Black tomatoes are known for their rich flavor and this variety showcases it well. These grape sized tomatoes are prolific and produce fruit that has a distinct, unique flavor. Indeterminate but small plants.

Chadwick Cherry- Heirloom variety developed by the late horticultural expert Alan Chadwick. Large vines are major climbers and produces large sized cherries with rich, full tomato flavor. Indeterminate.

Harvest Luck- Bright red, round classic cherry tomato. Long, forked tresses hold up to 30 fruit. One of our favorites with its perfectly balanced sweet flavor.

Sungold Select 2- One of the most popular varieties of cherry tomatoes and for good reason! These extra sweet tomatoes grow on vigorous plants that start yielding early and bear throughout the entire season. The best tasting cherry tomato in our opinions. Indeterminate.

Sunrise Bumble Bee- Gorgeous combination of yellow and red swirls both inside and out. Sweet but tangy flavor. These small fruit grow on vigorous plants that perform well under tough conditions. Indeterminate.

Wheatley Frost Resistant- Pink, grape-shaped fruit have a firm texture and a flavor that is a little more tart than sweet. While they aren’t actually resistant to frost, this variety is much more tolerant of cool weather and can handle our intense temperature changes.

Photos by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company and Johnny’s Seed Company.