Species
Solanum lycopersicumTomato24 other cultivars
‘Martino's Roma’Martino's Roma Tomato
‘Sweet’Sweet Tomato
‘Napa Rose’Napa Rose Tomato
‘Red Currant’Red Currant Tomato
‘Black and Brown Boar’Black and Brown Boar Tomato
‘Gold Medal’Gold Medal Tomato
‘Atomic Grape’Atomic Grape Tomato
‘Chocolate Cherry’Chocolate Cherry Tomato
‘Black Krim’Black Krim Tomato
‘New Girl’New Girl Tomato
‘Thessaloniki’Thessaloniki Tomato
‘Cherokee Purple’Cherokee Purple Tomato
‘San Marzano’San Marzano Tomato
‘Early Girl’Early Girl Tomato
‘Yellow Pear’Yellow Pear Tomato
‘Sun Gold’Sun Gold Tomato
‘AAA Sweet Solano’AAA Sweet Solano Tomato
‘Jelly Beans’Jelly Bean Tomato
‘Large Barred Boar’Large Barred Boar Tomato
‘Cascade Lava’Cascade Lava Tomato
‘Black Cherry’Black Cherry Tomato
‘Snow White’Snow White Tomato
‘Stupice’Stupice Tomato
‘Pink Berkeley Tie Dye’Pink Berkeley Tie Dye Tomato
The Story
Plant Bio
An indeterminate cherry tomato variety that produces prolific yields of 1-inch, round fruits. The tomatoes have a deep maroon to purple color with green stripes.
Known for its complex, rich, and sweet flavor, as well as its striking appearance. The fruits are crack-resistant and hold well on the vine.
Uses & Benefits:
Essentials
At a Glance
Plant Type
Fruit Vegetable
Height
72 inches
Width
24 inches
Light
Full Sun
Zones
10
Water
Moderate
Humidity
Average
Lifespan
Tender perennial (grown as an annual)
Native To
South America
Toxicity
Leaves and stems are toxic; ripe fruit is edible
Bloom period
Mid-summer – Late summer
In flower about 2 months of the year
Planting
How to Grow
- Tuck seeds into moist soil in early spring, 6 weeks before last frost.
- Keep soil consistently moist and at 70-85°F for germination.
- Transplant seedlings outdoors after danger of frost has passed.
- Support plants with cages or stakes as they grow tall.
- Water regularly, ensuring soil stays evenly moist but not waterlogged.
- Fertilize every 2-3 weeks with a balanced vegetable fertilizer.
Pro Tip
Use deep containers for better root development and stronger plants.
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Provide full sun for at least 6 hours daily ☀️
- Stake or cage plants to support heavy fruit loads 🌱
- Water at the base to prevent fungal diseases
- Apply balanced fertilizer every few weeks
- Mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds
Don't
- Avoid overhead watering to reduce blight risk ❌
- Don’t over-fertilize with nitrogen, which can lead to lush foliage but fewer fruits
- Don’t plant in poorly drained soil
- Avoid disturbing roots during growth
Seasonal Care Calendar
| Task | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fertilize | ||||||||||||
| Harvest | ||||||||||||
| Plant | ||||||||||||
| Prune | ||||||||||||
| Stake |
Watch Out For
Pests & Diseases
Common Pests
Common Diseases
In the Garden
Landscape Uses & Companions
Landscape Uses
Companion Plants
Multiply
Propagation Methods
Good to Know
Common Questions
Purple Bumble Bee Tomato questions
What zones can Purple Bumble Bee Tomato grow in?
Purple Bumble Bee Tomato is hardy in USDA Zone 10. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.
Is Purple Bumble Bee Tomato deer resistant?
Not reliably. Deer may browse Purple Bumble Bee Tomato, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.
When does Purple Bumble Bee Tomato bloom?
Purple Bumble Bee Tomato typically blooms in mid-summer through late summer. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.
Does Purple Bumble Bee Tomato need full sun?
Purple Bumble Bee Tomato does best in full sun (6+ hours).
More Solanum to compare
Martino's Roma Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum 'Martino's Roma'
Yukon Gold Potato
Solanum tuberosum 'Yukon Gold'
Sweet Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum 'Sweet'
Napa Rose Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum 'Napa Rose'
Red Currant Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum 'Red Currant'
Black and Brown Boar Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum 'Black and Brown Boar'
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