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Can You Grow Cherry Tomato in South Carolina?

US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

4a–11b

South Carolina last frost

mid-February

South Carolina first frost

early December

Days to harvest

55–70 days

When to plant Cherry Tomatoes in South Carolina

Start indoors

Jan 4

Transplant

Feb 15

Harvest

Apr 11 – Apr 26

Dates are approximate, based on South Carolina'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.

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Gardening in South Carolina

South Carolina has a humid subtropical climate with long hot summers and mild winters. The Upstate is Zone 7a-7b; the coast is Zone 8a-8b. Two growing seasons are standard.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Cherry Tomato in South Carolina?

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

What zone is South Carolina?

South Carolina spans USDA Zone 8a (7a, 7b, 8a, 8b).

When do you plant Cherry Tomatoes in South Carolina?

Plant Cherry Tomatoes around mid-February (start indoors Jan 4), harvest Apr 11 – Apr 26.