Tomato Cherokee Purple DescriptionBotanical Name: Lycopersicon Medium to large, Flattened globe fruit unusual for the deep purple/red hue, and is full of flavor. Cherokee Purple is “Indeterminate” meaning it is a climbing type plant and needs extra staking. They also provide fruit over an extended period of time. Plant CharacteristicsPlant Category: Herbs & VegetablesName: Tomato Cherokee PurplePlant Type: Tomato Water: Moderate Exposure:: Full sun, part shade Spacing: 36" Soil Type: Clay; loam; sand; acidic; alkaline; well drained Planting Time: After last frost date (April 15th for our area) CommentsComments: Tomato tips: When planting tomato starts, pinch off the bottom sets of leaves and plant deep. Dig a hole 2-3 times larger than the root ball. Mix ¼-1/3 part compost to the native soil. Add 2-3 Tablespoons (T) organic tomato vegetable food, mix again and backfill. Press down gently, then sprinkle another 2-3 tablespoons of organic tomato vegetable food around the base of the plant. Tomatoes like deep regular watering. They need to be staked or grown in a tomato cage for best results. After 3-4 weeks fertilize again with ¼ - 1/2 cup of organic tomato vegetable food. Change location of your tomatoes every 1 to 2 years.