SAKURA
Best early-maturing cherry tomato for gardeners seeking reliable, disease-resistant harvests.
Discover the SAKURA cherry tomato, a hybrid variety celebrated for its reliability and early harvest, ready in just 55-60 days. These robust, disease-resistant indeterminate plants produce abundant long trusses of uniform, 1 ½ inch fruit. Enjoy their firm texture, resistance to cracking, and delightfully sweet flavor, which shines in both cool and warm growing seasons. SAKURA tomatoes are a dependable choice for gardeners seeking a high-quality, flavorful yield, offering resistance to common issues like Fusarium Wilt and Leaf Mold.
$6.25
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
78
/ 1767
#78 in Seeds
Price vs Category Average
-67%
Below average
Days to maturity
5560
/ - days
Who it's for
- Home cooks prioritizing gourmet flavor in fresh salads
- Impatient gardeners wanting a long, productive harvest season
- Beginners needing reliable plants with built-in disease protection
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious gardeners who prefer saving their own seeds
- Low-effort growers seeking a hands-off gardening experience
- Small-space gardeners with limited room for sprawling vines
Performance breakdown
Harvest Speed
Rapid 55-day maturity window beats most standard cherry tomato varieties.
Disease Resilience
Strong defense against Fusarium Wilt and Leaf Mold ensures healthier vines.
Climate Adaptability
Performs consistently across both cool and warm seasonal temperature shifts.
Fruit Durability
Firm skin structure significantly reduces cracking during the ripening process.
Yield Consistency
Uniform trusses deliver a reliable, high-volume harvest for home gardeners.
Growing Versatility
Indeterminate growth habit thrives equally well in greenhouses or open gardens.
Key Specs
Days to maturity
55-60 days
Soil Temperature for Germination
70-90°F
Seed Depth
1/4"
Days to Emergence
6-14 days
Minimum Germination Rate
80%
Seed Life
3 years
Scientific Name
Lycopersicon lycopersicum
Fertilizer Needs
High
Features
- Very reliable and forgiving variety
- Uniform, crack-resistant fruit
- Sweet and delicious flavor
- Productive in cool and warm seasons
- Vigorous, disease-resistant indeterminate plants
- Suitable for greenhouse growing
- Early maturity at 55-60 days
- Hybrid seed offering
What customers say
Gardeners overwhelmingly praise the SAKURA cherry tomato for its exceptional flavor, consistently described as intensely sweet, juicy, and perfectly balanced for fresh eating. Reviewers highlight the reliability of the seeds, noting excellent germination and vigorous plant growth, which builds strong confidence in the brand's quality. These plants are prolific producers, yielding massive clusters of fruit that extend the harvest season significantly. While the initial seed cost is higher, customers agree the superior flavor and abundant harvest provide excellent value. The consistent high performance and gourmet quality make SAKURA a highly recommended staple for home gardens.
Know before you buy
Sakura is an early-maturing variety that typically produces ripe fruit in 55 to 60 days after transplanting.
Yes, Sakura is well-suited for greenhouse growing. Its indeterminate growth habit and disease resistance make it a reliable performer in controlled environments.
Sakura is known for its adaptability and remains productive in both cool and warm growing seasons, making it a forgiving choice for varying climates.
These plants are bred with resistance to common tomato issues, specifically Fusarium Wilt and Leaf Mold, which helps ensure a healthier and more consistent harvest.
Sakura tomatoes have high fertilizer needs. To support their vigorous growth and abundant fruit production, ensure you provide consistent, nutrient-rich soil or supplemental feeding throughout the season.
No, Sakura is specifically noted for its crack-resistant fruit. The tomatoes maintain a firm texture and uniform shape even as they ripen.
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