How to prune black cherry tomato

Throughout the growing season starting once plants are 10–12 inches tall. Pinch suckers when small. Allow 2–3 main stems and tie each to a tall stake or trellis. Strip foliage from the bottom third of the plant progressively as it grows.

Weekly suckering; fortnightly lower-leaf removal. Black Cherry Tomato is a vigorous indeterminate that will sprawl extensively without management. Suckering to 2–3 main stems keeps it productive and easier to harvest. Without any pruning it still crops heavily but becomes unwieldy. Remove lower foliage as the season progresses to improve airflow and reduce blight risk.

Pinch suckers when small. Allow 2–3 main stems and tie each to a tall stake or trellis. Strip foliage from the bottom third of the plant progressively as it grows.