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Can You Grow Cherry Tomato in Georgia?

US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 6b, 7a, 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

Georgia last frost

mid-February

Georgia first frost

early December

Days to harvest

55–70 days

When to plant Cherry Tomatoes in Georgia

Start indoors

Jan 4

Transplant

Feb 15

Harvest

Apr 11 – Apr 26

Dates are approximate, based on Georgia'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 Georgia

Georgia has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. A long growing season supports two full vegetable crops per year in most of the state.