Cherokee purple tomatoes can become purple on the outside, although the inside is often described as a brick color. The fruit itself has a sweet flavor and thinner skin, weighing 10 to 12 ounces as one of the larger varieties. As an heirloom from Tennessee, Cherokee purple tomatoes are indeterminate and will need a trellis or stake to grow and should be spaced 24 to 36 inches apart.
Our tips for growing Cherokee purple tomatoes include:
Harvest: 75 days. Exposure: Full sun. Plant after danger of frost. Water Needs: Keep plants evenly moist. Fertilizer: Fertilize at planting and again as flowers develop.