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Can You Grow Cherry Tomato in Kansas?

US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

4a–11b

Kansas last frost

early April

Kansas first frost

late October

Days to harvest

55–70 days

When to plant Cherry Tomatoes in Kansas

Start indoors

Feb 17

Transplant

Apr 1

Harvest

May 26 – Jun 10

Dates are approximate, based on Kansas'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 Kansas

Kansas spans from Zone 5a in the northwest to Zone 6b in the southeast. Hot summers and cold winters define the climate. Excellent for wheat, sunflowers, and warm-season vegetables.