Tomato Seeds - Cherry - Monarch Hybrid
63 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. Monarch Hybrid Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, F1 hybrid, indeterminate, cherry tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Sweet and delicious, this orange cherry tomato is wonderful by itself or mixed with other colored cherry tomatoes. About 6,800 Seeds / Oz.
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Growing Monarch Hybrid Tomatoes in the Vegetable Garden
To grow Monarch Hybrid tomatoes, start by sowing the seeds indoors 7-9 weeks before your last spring frost date, ensuring they have sufficient warmth and light to germinate successfully. Plant the seeds at a depth of approximately 0.25 inch in a well-draining and slightly acidic soil with a pH of 6.2 to 6.8. Once the danger of frost has passed and the seedlings have grown to a suitable size, typically after 60-69 days from transplant, transplant them into your garden, raised beds, or greenhouse. Provide adequate spacing, with 24 to 36 inches between plants, as these indeterminate tomato vines can sprawl and continue to grow throughout the season.
These indeterminate cherry tomatoes can grow large, so provide sturdy support like cages or trellises. Pruning lower branches and suckers helps with growth management. Maintain consistent watering, avoiding overwatering, as it can cause issues like blossom end rot. Choose a balanced fertilizer with more phosphorus and potassium to encourage fruit development. Companion planting with basil, marigolds, and onions can deter pests. Applying mulch conserves moisture and regulates soil temperatures. Keep an eye out for common tomato pests and diseases. Following these steps ensures a healthy crop of sweet and tart Monarch Hybrid tomatoes.
Harvesting Monarch Hybrid Tomatoes
Harvesting Monarch Hybrid tomatoes is a delight with their vibrant orange hue and sweet-tart flavor. As indeterminate vines, they offer a prolonged harvesting period. To know when they're ready, look for firm, fully colored fruits. Gently twist the tomatoes at their stems; they should come off easily in your hand. Avoid pulling on the fruit to prevent damaging the plant. Regular harvesting encourages more fruit production. These cherries are perfect for snacking, salads, or adding a burst of color to your dishes, making them a delightful addition to your garden.
About Monarch Hybrid Tomato Garden Seeds
Monarch Hybrid tomatoes are a relatively recent addition to the tomato family. While their precise breeding history is not widely documented, they were likely developed for their distinctive orange color and delicious sweet-tart flavor. These qualities make them a popular choice among gardeners looking for a colorful and tasty addition to their gardens.
Monarch Hybrid tomatoes can thrive in various environments, including garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. However, due to their indeterminate growth habit and sprawling vines, they might be less practical for small containers or hanging baskets where space is limited and support may be challenging.
Tips From Our Gardeners
"To enhance the flavor of your Monarch Hybrid tomatoes, try giving them a "sunbath" before picking. About a week before your estimated harvest date, gently lift some of the lower leaves to expose the fruit to direct sunlight. This technique encourages the tomatoes to develop an even sweeter taste. Just be cautious not to overexpose them, as this can lead to sunscald. Experiment with a few tomatoes at first to find the right balance."
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- Chelsea Hafer, True Leaf Market Writer |
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Monarch Hybrid Tomato Seeds Per Package:
- 300 mg packet - Approximately 70 Seeds
- 0.25 oz - Approximately 1,700 Seeds
- 1 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 6,800 Seeds
- 4 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 27,200 Seeds
- 1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 108,800 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. |
| Monarch FHybrid Tomato Color: | Orange |
| Monarch Hybrid Tomato Flavor: | Tart and Sweet |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Annual: Not intended to overwinter |
| Days to Maturity: | 63 |
| Days to Germination: | 7-10 |
| Seeding Depth: | 0.25 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 24 to 36 Inches |
| Row Spacing: | 36 inches |
| Plant Height: | 36 to 96 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 |
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| Direct Sow: | No |
| Start Indoors: | Yes. Start Indoors 7-9 weeks before your last spring frost date. |
| Plant Width: | 24 to 36 Inches |
| Growth Speed: | Early - Ready for harvest from about 60 to 69 days (or less, depending on variety) from transplant to harvest. Including time for indoor seed starts, this can range to about 130 days (or less depending on the variety) from sowing the seed to harvest. To have a tomato by the 4th of July, you would have to start seeds indoors from mid to late February and transplant by mid-April at the latest. |
| 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, small slicing, etc. |