Cherry Tomato Monetka
Solanum lycopersicum var. cerasiforme 'Monetka'
Compact ultra-early cherry tomato with tiny round fruits weighing 15-20 g. Ideal for open ground and containers. High resistance to disease and fruit cracking.
Stages of growth
Planting calendar
How to care
Keep soil moist but not waterlogged. Mist 1-2 times daily.
- •Use light seedling mix with low nitrogen content
- •Provide temperature of 22-25°C for germination
- •Sow at depth of 0.5-1 cm
Difficulty growing
Suitable for beginners. Minimal maintenance, error-resistant.
Growing conditions
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Soil preparation
Planting parameters
💡Preparation Tips
- •Dig the bed to a depth of 25-30 cm
- •Add compost or humus (5-10 kg per m²)
- •If necessary, adjust pH with lime or peat
Frequently asked questions(5)
Begin sowing in late February to early March. Plant in ground in late April to early May, when soil warms to 15°C and frost danger passes. From sowing to flowering in soil — about 60-70 days.
Cracking occurs due to sudden soil moisture fluctuations: either drought followed by abundant watering, or heavy rains. Monetka variety is quite resistant, but prevention: water regularly and evenly, mulch soil, avoid overwatering.
Yes, removing side shoots improves air circulation and concentrates energy on fruits. For Monetka, keep 2-3 main stems and remove other side shoots weekly.
During vegetation (May–June) use balanced fertilizer NPK 15:15:15 or organic (cow manure tea). From July switch to high-potassium fertilizers (NPK 10:5:20) for fruit strengthening. Feed once every 7-10 days.
With good care, fruiting lasts 60-80 days continuously: June through September. End of August, remove plant top to accelerate ripening of remaining fruits before first frosts.
Benefits and nutrition
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