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Can You Grow Cherry Tomato in Kentucky?

US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

4a–11b

Kentucky last frost

mid-March

Kentucky first frost

mid-November

Days to harvest

55–70 days

When to plant Cherry Tomatoes in Kentucky

Start indoors

Jan 31

Transplant

Mar 15

Harvest

May 9 – May 24

Dates are approximate, based on Kentucky'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 Kentucky

Kentucky has a humid continental climate transitioning to subtropical in the south. Long warm summers support tomatoes, peppers, and most common vegetables. Tobacco country.