Organic Cherokee Purple Heirloom Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum 'Cherokee purple'
$5.98
Meet the Cherokee Purple tomato – an heirloom gem known for its bold and complex taste. Not just pretty to look at, it’ll jazz up your salads and sandwiches with a gourmet twist. A bite into this unique tomato promises a flavor journey you’ll want to take again.
Features and Growing Tips
Note: Each live plant is unique and may differ from the photo while maintaining its beauty. Plants come in a plastic pot; other items in images are not included.
Edible Qualities
Ready for a tomato harvest? Look for Cherokee Purples that are deep purple-red and fully ripe. They'll practically fall off the vine with just a gentle twist. Keep up the regular harvesting to produce even more! These tomatoes are the big guys on the vine | weighing in at 10-12 ounces each | and boasting a unique deep purple-red color with green shoulders.
Planting and Growing
This indeterminate variety of tomato plant just keeps on growing throughout the season | meaning you'll have a steady supply of fresh tomatoes. And | it can grow up to 5-7 feet tall! You're going to want to make sure it has some strong support | like stakes or cages.
Make sure to space Purple Cherokee Heirlooms 24"-36" apart as they are an indeterminate variety. When you're ready to plant | dig down deep enough to nestle the root ball and the first set of leaves below existing soil level. This will encourage strong root development. And don’t forget a big drink of water after planting to help settle the soil.
Plant Facts
Requires full sun.
Keep moist but not waterlogged. Water at the base.
Deep purple-red color with green shouldered fruit often weigh 10-12 ounces.
Slice for salads | sandwiches | add to gourmet dishes.
Harvest begins 80-90 days from transplanting.
Well drained and fertile