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Can You Grow Cherry Tomato in Northwest Territories?

Canada · Canadian Zone 1 · zones 0, 1, 2

Won't grow here

The growing season here is too short for reliable outdoor tomato production.

Plant zones

4a–11b

Northwest Territories last frost

mid-June

Northwest Territories first frost

mid-August

Days to harvest

55–70 days

When to plant Cherry Tomatoes in Northwest Territories

Start indoors

May 4

Transplant

Jun 15

Harvest

Aug 9 – Aug 24

Dates are approximate, based on Northwest Territories's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Cherry Tomato

Cherry tomatoes are prolific and fast-maturing — ideal for containers and small spaces.

Pinch suckers to keep plants manageable in containers. One plant can produce hundreds of fruits. Needs the sunniest spot available.

Full cherry tomato growing guide →

Gardening in Northwest Territories

The NWT has an arctic to subarctic climate. Only the very hardiest crops survive the extremely short summer. Gardening under cover is the primary approach.

See what grows well in Northwest Territories →

Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Cherry Tomato in Northwest Territories?

The growing season here is too short for reliable outdoor tomato production.

What zone is Northwest Territories?

Northwest Territories spans Canadian Zone 1 (0, 1, 2).

When do you plant Cherry Tomatoes in Northwest Territories?

Plant Cherry Tomatoes around mid-June (start indoors May 4), harvest Aug 9 – Aug 24.