A stunning heirloom varietywith a rich flavor and striking appearance. They originate from seeds believed to have been passed down by the Cherokee Native Americans. These tomatoes have a distinctive deep, dusky purple to maroon color, often with green shoulders.
 
Large beefsteak fruits with a slight smoky, earthy undertone, and are often described as having a "true tomato flavor," making them excellent for fresh eating, slicing for sandwiches, or in salads.  A bit delicate due to their thin skin, which makes them prone to cracking in certain growing conditions.
 
When to Sow: Jan - Apr
 
HOW TO SOW CHEROKEE PURPLE TOMATOES:
Sow in pots under glass - Sow thinly into pots or modules of damp compost. Cover with a sprinkle of soil or vermiculite .Place inside a propagator with an Ideal temp 18-21°C. Prick out into individual pots when large enough to handle and grow on until well established.
Can be planted into pots, growbags or the greenhouse border. Can also be hardened off and planted outside once all risk of frost has passed.
 
Classification: Half Hardy Annual
Group: Fruiting & Shooting Vegetables
Easy to Grow
 
Germination Time: 1-2 Weeks
Harvest Time: Jul - Oct
Site: Full Sun
Soil Type: Chalk/ Loam
Soil Acidity: All Types
Moisture: Well drained
Care: Support with canes and remove sideshoots as they grow, water and feed regularly with high potash fertilizer once the first truss has set. Pick fruits as they ripen and water regularly, but do not over water to help prevent the fruits from splitting. Remove leaves below set fruits.
Use: Edible
Harvest: When fruits turn a deep chocolate red colour, and ripe by cutting from the vine
 
Days to Maturity: 182 Days
Feed:Tomato feed
Plant Spacing: 20-30cm