Sweet 100
How to Grow Sweet 100
Overview
The Sweet 100 tomato is a delightful variety known for its long trusses of bite-sized red cherries. These are perfect for snacking, salads, and cooking due to their sweet flavor and low acidity. This indeterminate tomato plant grows very tall, making it ideal for staking or using a support structure.
Growing Conditions
Sweet 100 tomatoes thrive in full sun and well-drained soil rich in organic matter. They prefer a slightly acidic to neutral pH range (6.0-7.0). These plants are heat-tolerant and suitable for growing in USDA hardiness zones 4-10.
Planting & Care
Plant Sweet 100 tomato seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last expected spring frost date, then transplant outdoors when soil temperatures have consistently warmed. Water deeply at the base to keep leaves dry. Regularly fertilize with a balanced organic fertilizer, and stake or cage plants as they grow.
Common Problems
Watch for early blight, tomato hornworms, and blossom end rot. Rotate crops annually, practice proper irrigation, and ensure adequate calcium in soil to prevent these issues.
Harvest or Enjoy
Harvest Sweet 100 tomatoes when fully colored and slightly soft to the touch. They are perfect fresh-eaten, canned, or frozen for later use. Enjoy this sweet cherry tomato variety in your favorite dishes or simply savor their flavor straight from the vine!