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🍒 Growing Cherry Tomato in Zone 2a

Zone 2a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Cherry Tomato early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Last frost: May 15. First frost: Sep 15.

Planting Calendar

Indoor
Outdoor
Harvest
Apr 3Sep 15

Season: May 15 – Sep 15 (123 days)

Zone2a
Last FrostMay 15
First FrostSep 15
Season Length123 days
Days to Harvest60
SunFull Sun
Frost ToleranceNone
Spacing1/sqft (12" apart)

When to Plant Cherry Tomato in Zone 2a

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 3

Start Cherry Tomato seeds indoors around Apr 3 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 80°F. Germinates in 6–14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 29

Transplant Cherry Tomato seedlings outdoors after May 29. Wait until soil temperature reaches 60°F. Space plants at 1/sqft (12" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 23

First harvest approximately Jul 23 (~55 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 15).

Plan Your Cherry Tomato Garden

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