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Can You Grow Cherry Tomato in Alabama?

US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7b, 8a, 8b

Grows well here

Cherry tomatoes thrive here and are among the most rewarding balcony crops you can grow.

Plant zones

4a–11b

Alabama last frost

mid-February

Alabama first frost

early December

Days to harvest

55–70 days

When to plant Cherry Tomatoes in Alabama

Start indoors

Jan 4

Transplant

Feb 15

Harvest

Apr 11 – Apr 26

Dates are approximate, based on Alabama'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 Alabama

Alabama has a humid subtropical climate with long hot summers and mild winters. Most of the state supports year-round cool-season growing and a long warm season for vegetables.