Organic 'Sugar Cherry' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, an intensely sweet mini red cherry

The 'Sugar Cherry' tomato is a heritage variety renowned for its exceptionally sweet, intense, and vibrant flavor . This tiny red cherry tomato, about 2.5 cm (1") in diameter, is a true delicacy to enjoy straight from the garden. It produces abundant and consistent fruit throughout the season on vigorous indeterminate plants. It's perfect for salads, colorful appetizers, summer kebabs, or simply as a fresh, hand-picked snack.

It is one of the favorite varieties of families thanks to its sweetness and ideal size for children.

Companion plants : Basil, parsley, carrot, asparagus, alliums, celery, borage, marigold, calendula, mint, sage, peppers, dill (until mature)
Negative plants : Potato, corn, kohlrabi, beetroot, fennel, peas, squash

Spread/port : Undetermined
Plant height : 120 to 200 cm
Quantity per packet : 25 seeds
Certification : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada
Special features : Ultra-sweet, small size, high yield, heirloom variety

Farming method

Sow indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost . Place the seeds 36 mm (1/81/4") deep in a light potting mix and maintain a temperature of 2329C to encourage rapid germination (510 days). During hardening-off, slightly reduce watering and nitrogen application to produce stronger seedlings.

Transplant outdoors once all risk of frost has passed. Space plants 60 to 90 cm (24 to 36 inches) apart in rows 120 to 180 cm (4 to 6 feet) apart . Provide full sun (level 3) and regular watering (level 3) . Sturdy staking is required to support vigorous growth.

Harvesting and preservation

Harvest when the red color is fully developed for optimal flavor. To advance the harvest, pick at the first sign of color and then let the tomatoes ripen off the vine at 22C or higher . Store the tomatoes between 12 and 21C , with a relative humidity of around 95% .

Usage ideas

Perfect tomato for snacking on fresh a real little garden treat
Excellent in salads and cherry tomato mixes
Perfect for children's lunches and snacks
Delicious on skewers or as an appetizer
Ideal for drying or lightly candying thanks to its sugar content

The 'Sugar Cherry' tomato is a small, sweet, bountiful, and easy-to-grow marvel. A must-have variety for anyone who loves flavorful and intensely aromatic cherry tomatoes.