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Can You Grow Cherry Tomato in Iowa?

US · USDA Zone 5a · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

4a–11b

Iowa last frost

mid-April

Iowa first frost

mid-October

Days to harvest

55–70 days

When to plant Cherry Tomatoes in Iowa

Start indoors

Mar 3

Transplant

Apr 15

Harvest

Jun 9 – Jun 24

Dates are approximate, based on Iowa'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 Iowa

Iowa has a humid continental climate with cold winters and warm summers. Most of the state is Zone 5a-5b. Excellent for cool-season crops and hardy fruits.