Cherokee Purple Tomato Seeds – Heirloom Variety, Rich Flavor (30 Seeds)

Cherokee Purple Tomato is a beloved heirloom variety known for its distinctive dusky rose-purple skin and rich, complex flavor. These large, beefsteak-type tomatoes have a sweet yet slightly smoky taste that makes them a favorite for fresh eating, slicing, and adding depth to salads and sandwiches. The plants produce fruits that typically weigh 10 to 16 ounces, with some reaching even larger sizes under ideal conditions.

As an heirloom, Cherokee Purple is open-pollinated, allowing gardeners to save seeds and maintain the variety year after year. The indeterminate vines continue to grow and set fruit throughout the season until frost, providing a steady harvest. This variety is well-suited for home gardens, raised beds, and containers with proper support.

Plant Features

• Heirloom beefsteak tomato with dusky purple-red fruits
• Rich, sweet, and slightly smoky flavor profile
• Indeterminate growth habit for continuous harvest
• Fruits typically weigh 10 to 16 ounces
• Open-pollinated and suitable for seed saving

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
• Sunlight: Full sun (6 to 8 hours daily)
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
• Water Requirements: Consistent moisture, about 1 to 2 inches per week
• Growth Habit: Indeterminate vine
• USDA Hardiness Zones: Grown as an annual in most zones
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Height: Vines can reach 6 to 8 feet with support
• Spacing: 24 to 36 inches apart

Planting & Care

Start Cherokee Purple tomato seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last expected frost date. Sow seeds about 1/4 inch deep in a seed-starting mix, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Maintain a temperature of 70 to 80°F for optimal germination, which typically occurs in 7 to 14 days. Provide bright light once seedlings emerge to prevent legginess.

Transplant seedlings outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil temperatures are at least 60°F. Space plants 24 to 36 inches apart in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep moisture even, and apply mulch to conserve water and reduce soil splash. Provide sturdy cages or stakes to support the indeterminate vines. Fertilize lightly when plants begin to set fruit, and monitor for common tomato pests and diseases.

What's Included

30 Cherokee Purple Tomato seeds.