{"product_id":"tomato-cherry-indeterminate-chocolate-cherry-100-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Tomato Cherry Indeterminate Chocolate Cherry 100 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring rich color and tangy tomato flavor to your harvest with \u003cstrong style=\"color: #006400;\"\u003eChocolate Cherry Tomato\u003c\/strong\u003e. This open-pollinated heirloom variety produces small, dark red-brown cherry tomatoes on vigorous indeterminate vines. Give plants sturdy support and room to grow, then enjoy ripe fruit fresh in salads or roasted for warm ricotta toast. Plants can continue growing and setting fruit while conditions remain favorable; heat, weather, and care affect production. Each packet contains 100 non-GMO heirloom seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"color: #006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 98%. Test Date: 10\/25. TLM.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"color: #006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexas Minimum Germination Rate: 75%\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eWhy Choose Chocolate Cherry Tomato?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplex Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, tangy cherry tomatoes bring depth to fresh salads and lightly cooked dishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark red-brown fruit adds contrast alongside red and golden tomatoes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndeterminate Growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vines can provide repeated harvests when temperatures and growing conditions support fruit set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKitchen Versatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use bite-sized fruit for snacking, roasting, appetizers, and quick sauces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-Pollinated Seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gardeners interested in seed saving can select mature fruit and use suitable isolation practices to maintain variety characteristics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow about 6–8 weeks before your planned transplant date, approximately 1\/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix. Keep evenly moist and provide strong light after emergence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransplant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harden off seedlings gradually and plant outdoors after frost danger passes and soil warms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun and Soil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose 6–8 hours of direct sunlight and fertile, well-drained soil amended with finished compost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow approximately 24–36 inches between supported plants, with more room where needed for airflow and access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSturdy Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Install a tall cage, stake, or trellis early. Tie new vine growth loosely as plants grow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater and Mulch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water consistently at soil level. Mulch after soil warms to conserve moisture and reduce soil splash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use soil-test guidance or follow tomato fertilizer label directions. Avoid excessive nitrogen that favors foliage over fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove damaged lower leaves and manage crowded growth without stripping protective foliage from fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a large container with drainage holes, quality potting mix, and strong support. Check moisture frequently in hot weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick when fruit develops its dark red-brown ripe color and yields slightly to gentle pressure. The listing's approximate 70-day transplant-to-harvest guidance varies with conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has taken the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/blogs\/news\/safe-seed-pledge\" style=\"color: #0000ee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Snacking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wash ripe fruit before enjoying its sweet-tangy flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalads:\u003c\/strong\u003e Halve tomatoes for green salads, grain bowls, or mixed tomato plates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoasting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roast with olive oil to soften the fruit and concentrate flavor for toast or pasta.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Sauces:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cook briefly with garlic and herbs until juices form a simple sauce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppetizers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair tomatoes with cheese and bread for a colorful starter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center; color: #ff0000; font-weight: 700;\"\u003eOrder Chocolate Cherry Tomato Seeds Today\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrow rich, dark cherry tomatoes for fresh garden snacks and flavorful homemade meals.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGeneric cherry tomato reference retained from this listing, not a Chocolate Cherry-specific analysis. Approximate values per cup, about 149 grams, of harvested raw tomato fruit, not planting seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalories:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Fat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.3 grams, 0% Daily Value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSodium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 milligrams, 0% Daily Value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Carbohydrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.8 grams, 2% Daily Value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Fiber:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.8 grams, 6% Daily Value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Sugars:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.9 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtein:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.3 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin A:\u003c\/strong\u003e 149 micrograms RAE, 17% Daily Value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin C:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 milligrams, 28% Daily Value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin K:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14.2 micrograms, 12% Daily Value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 353 milligrams, 8% Daily Value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e% Daily Value is based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Values vary with variety, ripeness, growing conditions, and portion size.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eImportant Disclosures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant size, fruit color, flavor, maturity, and yield vary with climate, soil, moisture, and care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store unused seeds sealed in a cool, dry, dark place away from heat and moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tomatoes are warm-season plants. Follow local frost dates and soil temperatures when planning planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrow something beautiful. Grow something delicious. Grow with David's Garden Seeds®.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eRoasted Chocolate Cherry Tomato and Ricotta Toast\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade with harvested tomatoes, not planting seeds. Serves 4 as an appetizer. Preparation: 10 minutes. Cooking: approximately 25 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 pound ripe Chocolate Cherry tomatoes, washed, with about half cut into halves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons olive oil, divided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4 teaspoon black pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 baguette slices, each about 1\/2 inch thick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3\/4 cup ricotta cheese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons torn fresh basil, washed and dried\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat oven to 400°F. Place tomatoes in a baking dish and toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast 20–25 minutes until softened and juicy, with some fruit still holding its shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrush baguette slices lightly with remaining olive oil. Toast on a separate baking sheet during the final 5–7 minutes, watching closely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpread ricotta over warm toast. Spoon roasted tomatoes and a little pan juice over each slice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish with torn basil and serve promptly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eServing and Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eContains wheat and milk. Store tomatoes and ricotta separately from bread for best texture. Refrigerate perishable leftovers within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 90°F, and use within 3–4 days. 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