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Can You Grow Cherry Tomato in Indiana?

US · USDA Zone 5b · zones 5a, 5b, 6a

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

4a–11b

Indiana last frost

early April

Indiana first frost

late October

Days to harvest

55–70 days

When to plant Cherry Tomatoes in Indiana

Start indoors

Feb 23

Transplant

Apr 7

Harvest

Jun 1 – Jun 16

Dates are approximate, based on Indiana'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 Indiana

Indiana has a humid continental climate. Northern Indiana is Zone 5a-5b; southern Indiana is warmer at Zone 6a. Four distinct seasons with a 5-6 month growing window.