Chadwick Cherry Tomato – MIg

Description

Chadwick Cherry Tomato is a classic heirloom variety prized for its large, juicy cherry fruits, vigorous growth, and rich, sweet flavor. The bright red fruits are larger than typical cherry tomatoes, often reaching 3–4 cm in diameter, with a firm texture and excellent balance of sweetness and acidity. This vigorous, high-yielding indeterminate variety produces abundant clusters throughout the season and is perfect for fresh eating, salads, sandwiches, roasting, and sauces. It performs exceptionally well during the UAE’s cooler growing season.

When to Plant in the UAE

• Indoors: Start seeds indoors in August.
• Outdoors: Transplant seedlings in early October, when temperatures begin to cool.

Planting & Care Tips

• Light & Soil: Plant in full sun in fertile, well-draining soil enriched with compost.
• Depth & Germination: Sow seeds 0.5 cm deep. Germination typically occurs within 5–10 days in warm soil.
• Spacing: Space plants 60–75 cm apart, with 90–120 cm between rows.
• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during flowering and fruit development, while avoiding waterlogged conditions.
• Feeding: Apply compost before planting and feed with a balanced tomato fertilizer every 2–3 weeks. Increase potassium during flowering and fruiting to encourage abundant production.
• Harvest: Fruits are ready to harvest approximately 70–80 days after transplanting, when they are fully red, firm, and glossy.
• Harvesting Tips: Harvest fruit clusters regularly using clean pruners or gently pick individual fruits when fully ripe. Provide strong stakes or cages to support the vigorous indeterminate plants.