Matt’s Wild Cherry Tomato is a prolific and flavorful heirloom variety cherished for its tiny, bright red fruit and bold, sweet taste. Each fruit grows to about ½ inch in diameter and ripens in cascading clusters, making them perfect for fresh snacking, tossing into salads, or adding as a garnish. Whether you're growing Matt's wild cherry tomato seeds or purchasing tomato plants, they thrive in full sun and nutrient-rich, well-draining soil. These indeterminate Matt’s Wild Cherry Tomato plants mature in about 60-70 days and are highly productive, offering a reliable and abundant harvest throughout the season. Known for their resistance to common tomato diseases, Matt’s wild cherry tomatoes ensure a strong crop every time. With a thin skin and juicy texture, these cherry tomatoes provide a burst of sweetness in every bite. Their compact size and prolific yields make them a favorite among gardeners, especially in container gardens, raised beds, or trellised systems. As one of the best tomato varieties for beginners, Matt’s Wild Cherry Tomato is easy to grow and performs well in a variety of climates, making it suitable for gardeners of all levels. Whether you’re cultivating them for their intense flavor, high yields, or heirloom charm, these tomatoes are a standout addition to any garden.

Cherry Tomato - Matt's Wild Cherry - Lycopersicon esculentum

Tender Annual Heirloom. Indeterminate. Grow a wild tomato. A native of Mexico, this robust and sprawling cherry tomato is loved for the rich flavor of its sweet fruits. An early producer, Matt’s is resistant to early blight and has some resistance to late blight.

Did You Know? This tomato grew wild in the state of Hidalgo, in eastern Mexico near Mexico City.

Soil & Water: Tomatoes love fertile soil that is rich in organic matter. Add plenty of compost prior to planting. Soil pH is preferred between 5.5-7.0. Soak the soil 4"-6" deep at 7-day intervals. For the best results, consider using our Organic Tomato Fertilizer to enrich your soil and support vigorous plant growth.

Planting & Growing: Sow seeds in flats 6-8 weeks before the last frost and thin to 2" after the first true leaves appear. Before transplanting after the last frost, harden off the plants by placing them outdoors for a few hours to start, increasing the amount of time each day until they are accustomed to a full day of sunlight.

Harvesting & Storage: Harvest when individual fruits give slightly under finger pressure; the shoulders may not have changed color yet. Due to the thin skins, these tomatoes may crack if left to ripen on the vines, so pick early.

Soil Temperature: 70-85°F
Planting Depth: 1/4"
Germination: 6-12 Days
Height At Maturity: 5’-7’
Days to Maturity: 55-60 Days
Sun/Shade: Full Sun 
Spacing After Thinning: 3’-4’
Approx Seeds per Pack: 50 | Per 1 oz bulk: 31,499
 

For more information, please enjoy our Tomato Growing Guide.