Tomato Seeds - Cherry - Chadwick Cherry (Organic)
70 to 90 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. Tomato - Chadwick Cherry Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, organic, open-pollinated, heirloom, indeterminate cherry tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. As an indeterminate heirloom plant, these larger cherry tomatoes continue to provide clusters of 1-2 oz bright-red fruit for as long as the warm season lasts in your region. With vigorous vines, Organic Chadwick Cherry varieties reach 8-10" tall and need a stake or trellis for support. As Alan Chadwick first developed these cherry tomatoes to be disease and crack-resistant, their sturdy growth develops into a rich and full-flavored balance between sweet and tangy! ~ 10,000 seeds/oz.
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Growing Organic Chadwick Cherry Tomatoes in the Vegetable Garden
To plant Organic Chadwick Cherry Tomatoes, begin by starting them indoors 7-9 weeks before the last spring frost date in your area. Sow the seeds at a depth of about a quarter inch in a well-draining, loose, and slightly acidic soil mix. Maintain a germination temperature of 65-85°F (18-29°C) and provide full sun or adequate grow lights for seedlings. Once the seedlings have two sets of true leaves, they are ready to be transplanted into your garden plot, raised bed, or greenhouse. Ensure a spacing of 24-36 inches between plants, and rows should be 36 inches apart.
Support these vigorous vines with stakes or trellises to prevent sprawling, and prune lower leaves to enhance airflow. Maintain consistent moisture levels through even watering, avoiding waterlogged soil. Apply organic mulch for moisture retention and weed suppression. Consider companion planting with basil, marigolds, or nasturtiums to deter pests. Practice disease prevention and prune suckers for better fruit production. Harvest regularly to encourage continuous fruiting, and remember that they are late-ripening, so patience is key. Proper soil preparation with well-draining, organic-rich soil is essential for healthy growth.
Harvesting Organic Chadwick Cherry Tomatoes
Organic Chadwick Cherry Tomatoes are an indeterminate variety, meaning they continue to produce fruit throughout the growing season. To know when to harvest, look for bright-red, fully ripe tomatoes that are plump and have a rich color. Gently grasp the tomato and twist it off the vine, or use pruning shears to cut the stem, leaving a small portion attached to the fruit. These tomatoes are known for their full-flavored, sweet, and tangy taste, so harvesting them at the peak of ripeness ensures the best flavor. Since they are late-ripening, it's important to be patient and wait until they are fully mature before harvesting. Regularly picking ripe fruit also encourages the plant to continue producing more tomatoes, providing a prolonged harvest throughout the warm growing season.
About Organic Chadwick Cherry Tomato Garden Seeds
The history of the Chadwick Cherry Tomato is closely tied to its namesake, Alan Chadwick, a renowned horticulturist and pioneer of the organic farming movement. Chadwick developed this heirloom variety for its exceptional qualities, including disease resistance and crack resistance. While it wasn't specifically bred for a particular growing climate, its adaptability makes it suitable for various regions. This organic heirloom cherry tomato variety has gained popularity among home gardeners and organic enthusiasts for its robust flavor profile, which strikes a delightful balance between sweetness and tanginess.
Chadwick Cherry Tomatoes can be suitable for container gardening, but they require sufficiently large containers to accommodate their vigorous growth and sprawling vines. You should opt for containers that are at least 5 gallons in size or larger. While they can thrive in containers, it's important to provide proper support, such as stakes or trellises, to keep the vines upright and prevent them from sprawling too much. Hanging baskets may not be the ideal choice for Chadwick Cherry Tomatoes due to their size and growth habit. These tomatoes can become quite large, and the weight of the fruit may make the hanging basket unstable. Additionally, their sprawling vines may not fit well within the confines of a hanging basket. For the best results, consider growing Chadwick Cherry Tomatoes in larger containers or in garden plots, raised beds, or greenhouses where they can spread out more freely and receive the support they need.
Tips From Our Gardeners
"A helpful tip for growing organic tomatoes, including Chadwick Cherry Tomatoes, is to implement companion planting with basil. Basil is not only a fantastic herb for culinary purposes but also serves as an excellent companion plant for tomatoes. Planting basil near your tomato crops can help deter common tomato pests like aphids and hornworms. Its aromatic foliage can confuse and repel these insects, promoting a healthier tomato crop. Plus, the combination of fresh tomatoes and basil is a classic in the kitchen, making it a win-win for your garden and your dinner table."
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- Chelsea Hafer, True Leaf Market Writer |
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Organic Chadwick Cherry Tomato Seeds Per Package:
- 250 mg - Wholesale - Approximately 88 Seeds
- 0.25 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 2,500 Seeds
- 1 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 10,000 Seeds
- 4 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 40,000 Seeds
- 1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 160,000 Seeds
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Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Solanum lycoperscium (previously Lycopersicon esculentum) |
| Tomato Type: | Cherry - Small fruited tomatoes that are often round or pear shaped. Typically the size of marbles but still smaller than a golf ball. |
| Chadwick Cherry (Organic) Tomato Color: | Red |
| Chadwick Cherry (Organic) Tomato Flavor: | full-flavored balance between sweet and tangy |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Annual: Not intended to overwinter |
| Days to Maturity: | 70-79 Days (from transplant) |
| Days to Germination: | 7-10 |
| Seeding Depth: | 0.25 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 24-36 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 36 inches |
| Plant Height: | 60-84 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Indeterminate - Indeterminate tomatoes are vine-type plants that sprawl (requiring a cage or trellis to support them) and continue to grow throughout the season. Indeterminate tomato plants will continue to produce tomatoes for the rest of the season, so you can harvest continually. |
| Soil Preference: | Well-draining, loose (sandy loam), slightly acidic (6.2 to 6.8), and moisture retaining. Too much nitrogen in the soil may lead to more foliage production and less fruiting. Tomatoes like more phosphorus and potassium than other vegetables. |
| Temperature Preference: | Warmer (70-85 F) |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
Other
| Direct Sow: | No |
| Start Indoors: | Yes, start Indoors 7-9 weeks before your last spring frost date. |
| Plant Width: | 24-36 inches |
| Growth Speed: | Late - Ready to harvest from 81 days or more from transplant. It is difficult, if not impossible, to get a tomato by the 4th of July with these varieties. They are good late-summer to early-fall producers for most USDA Zones. |
| Germination Temperature: | 65-85 F |
| Pests and Diseases: | Common pests known to harm tomato plants, in general, include the tomato hornworm, cutworm, aphids, flea beetles, tomato fruit worms, and whiteflies. Also, watch for common diseases such as blossom end rot, fusarium wilt, powdery mildew, verticillium wilt, late blight, bacterial canker/spot, and tobacco mosaic virus. Most of these can be prevented by maintaining a regular watering schedule and avoiding overwatering. Regularly check your plants for pest damage throughout the season. For treating pest and disease problems, we recommend using an organic neem-based product. |
| Garden Size: | Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed |
| Tomato Use: | Salads, fresh eating. |