Black PearlĪnother standout in taste tests is the ‘Black Pearl’ cherry cultivar. Read more about growing ‘Supersweet 100’ here. You can find seeds at True Leaf Market, available in packets of 10. This delicious cultivar produces very uniformly shaped cherry tomatoes that grow in long, lovely clusters and are packed full of vitamin C.Īn indeterminate variety, your ‘Supersweet 100’ harvest will be ready to go in 65-70 days. ![]() Supersweet 100Ĭontinuing the theme of obvious names, this ‘Supersweet 100’ hybrid (I don’t know if these names are helpful or unimaginative) sure packs a flavor punch. It takes 70 days to grow to full maturity and is quite a tame plant, only spreading up to 18 inches. I’m not kidding, that’s actually its name.Ī regular Burpee taste trials winner each year, this determinate variety produces rich and tangy fruit, and also comes with the added bonus of being disease-resistant and incredibly productive. The name says it all with this delicious variety, the ‘Supertasty’ hybrid. Whilst it’s true that any homegrown tomato fresh from the vine is an absolute delight, some taste even more delightful than others. This is a plant that needs its space, as it spreads up to 54 inches, so it’s not ideal for growing on apartment balconies or tiny backyard patios. This variety thrives in full sun and is ready for picking in 75 days. Orange SliceĪnother winner in the color category is this eye-catching ‘Orange Slice.’ A vigorous indeterminate hybrid that offers a beautiful and bountiful bright orange crop, it is perfect for slicing up for salads. You can find these seeds at True Leaf Market. Ready to harvest in 72 days, this plant produces high quality fruit on vigorous, indeterminate vines. ![]() Lemon BoyĪnother colorful delight is this bright yellow ‘Lemon Boy’ hybrid. ‘Sun Gold’ comes in packets of 30 seeds, available from Burpee. This is an indeterminate variety that takes 65 days to reach maturity, and it grows best in full sun conditions. I don’t know about you, but that certainly makes me want to give it a go!Īs beautiful as it is delicious, this golden gem has a beautiful, vibrant, orange-gold color, absolutely ideal for brightening up both your garden and your plate. The category of beautiful, brightly hued tomatoes includes the ‘Sun Gold’ hybrid, which Burpee boldly claims is rapidly becoming their most popular cherry variety of all time. ![]() Read more about determinate vs indeterminate tomatoes here. Other differences include the fact that determinate varieties tend to ripen faster and simultaneously, whereas indeterminate cultivars produce for a much longer period, usually right up until the moment the first frost arrives. When growing tomatoes, you will find cultivars are either classified as “determinate” or “indeterminate.” Simply put, indeterminate varieties grow continuously until killed by frost, whereas determinate cultivars will only grow to a certain height (usually when the fruit sets on the top bud) and then stop growing. Best for ColorĪs an absolute sucker for beautiful multi-colored veggies, I always get really excited about all the rainbow colored hybrids on offer. ![]() With so many hybrid varieties to choose from, it’s nearly impossible to pick your preferred toms without a little guidance! That’s why we’ve rounded up a few of our favorites, based on qualities that tomato lovers look for.
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