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Can You Grow Cherry Tomato in Nebraska?

US · USDA Zone 5b · zones 4a, 4b, 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

Nebraska last frost

early April

Nebraska first frost

late October

Days to harvest

55–70 days

When to plant Cherry Tomatoes in Nebraska

Start indoors

Feb 23

Transplant

Apr 7

Harvest

Jun 1 – Jun 16

Dates are approximate, based on Nebraska'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 Nebraska

Nebraska spans from Zone 4a in the northwest to Zone 6a in the southeast. Cold winters and warm summers. Excellent for corn, winter wheat, and cool-season crops.