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pH: 6.0–6.8  ·  Rich, well-drained, warm; add calcium to prevent blossom-end rot

Balanced at planting; high K and P at fruiting; calcium important

Sweet Millions is a prolific indeterminate cherry tomato prized for its abundance of small, sweet red fruits and disease resistance. Gardeners grow it for fresh eating, salads, and snacking directly from the vine, and it performs well in containers and small spaces.

Sow seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before your last spring frost. Seeds need warmth (70–80°F optimal) and will sprout in 5–10 days. Light is not required for germination, but seedlings need bright light immediately after sprouting. No pre-treatment needed; direct sowing into moist seed-starting mix works well.

Start seeds indoors in pots or trays, then transplant seedlings outdoors after the last frost when soil is warm (60°F+) and nighttime temperatures stay above 50°F. Space plants 24–36 inches apart in full sun (at least 6–8 hours daily). Bury the stem deep when transplanting—tomatoes will root along buried stem sections. Do not direct sow; this cultivar needs the head start indoors.

Water deeply and regularly, aiming for 1–2 inches per week; inconsistent watering causes blossom-end rot and fruit cracking. Feed every 2–3 weeks with balanced fertilizer once flowering begins, or use a tomato-specific formula. As an indeterminate variety, Sweet Millions grows tall and sprawling—provide sturdy stakes, cages, or string support early. Watch for early blight (remove lower leaves as they age), spider mites in hot, dry conditions, and hornworms; remove pests by hand or use organic insecticidal soap if needed.

Fruit ripens continuously from midsummer through fall. Pick tomatoes when fully red and slightly soft to the touch for best sweetness, or pick at the breaker stage (first blush of color) if wildlife pressure is high—they will ripen indoors. Leave fruit on the vine as long as possible for peak flavor. Store at room temperature away from direct sunlight; refrigeration diminishes taste and texture.