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Can You Grow Cherry Tomato in Florida?

US · USDA Zone 9b · zones 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

4a–11b

Florida last frost

mid-January

Florida first frost

late December

Days to harvest

55–70 days

When to plant Cherry Tomatoes in Florida

Start indoors

Jan 1

Transplant

Jan 10

Harvest

Mar 6 – Mar 21

Dates are approximate, based on Florida'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.

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Gardening in Florida

Florida is largely subtropical to tropical. North Florida has mild winters; South Florida and the Keys are essentially frost-free. Year-round growing is standard statewide.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Cherry Tomato in Florida?

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

What zone is Florida?

Florida spans USDA Zone 9b (8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b).

When do you plant Cherry Tomatoes in Florida?

Plant Cherry Tomatoes around mid-January (start indoors Jan 1), harvest Mar 6 – Mar 21.