Description
Sweet 100 Tomato: The Garden Candy You’ll Grow Again and Again
Few tomatoes earn the kind of devotion that Sweet 100 does. Gardeners call them “candy on a vine” for a reason. These small cherry tomatoes deliver incredible sweetness, steady production, and long clusters of fruit that seem never-ending. If you want a tomato that makes snacking straight from the garden irresistible, this is it.
What Makes Sweet 100 Special
Sweet 100 is an indeterminate cherry tomato variety. That means it keeps growing and producing fruit until frost. The vines can reach 6 to 10 feet long, so they need support. But that vigorous growth pays off with hundreds of bite-sized fruits over the season.
The flavor is what makes Sweet 100 legendary. The fruit measures about 1 inch across, perfectly round and deep red. Each tomato is bursting with sugar yet balanced with just enough acidity to keep it refreshing.
Growth Habit and Plant Details
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Type: Cherry tomato
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Growth habit: Indeterminate (tall, vining)
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Days to maturity: About 65–70 days from transplanting
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Fruit size: 1 inch, about 15–20 grams each
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Yield: Heavy; often produces in long clusters of 10–20 fruits
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Color: Glossy deep red
Sweet 100 is also known for crack resistance and reliable set, even when summer weather is inconsistent.
Planting Tips
Start early indoors. Begin seeds 6–8 weeks before your last frost date. Transplant into the garden when nighttime temperatures stay above 50°F.
Choose the right spot. Sweet 100 needs full sun—at least 6–8 hours daily—to maximize sweetness and yield.
Soil prep matters. A rich, well-drained soil with compost or aged manure will set your plants up for success. Aim for slightly acidic soil (pH 6.0–6.8).
Care and Maintenance
Support the vines
Provide strong stakes, cages, or trellises. These plants get tall and heavy with fruit. Supporting them keeps fruit clean and easier to harvest.
Water consistently
Deep, even watering prevents blossom-end rot and fruit cracking. Water at the base and avoid wetting foliage to reduce disease.
Feed regularly
A balanced fertilizer high in phosphorus and potassium will encourage flowering and fruiting. Side-dress with compost mid-season for continued nutrition.
Prune lightly
Remove suckers (small shoots between main stem and leaves) for better airflow and easier harvesting, but don’t overdo it.
Harvesting and Using
You’ll know they’re ready when the fruits turn fully deep red and firm to the touch. Pick often—daily during peak season—to keep plants producing.
Sweet 100 tomatoes are perfect for:
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Fresh snacking right off the vine
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Tossing into salads
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Roasting or sun-drying for concentrated sweetness
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Skewering for kabobs or garnishes
Why Gardeners Love Sweet 100
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Incredible sweetness unlike most other cherry tomatoes
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Continuous production until frost
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Resistant to cracking even after heavy rain
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Versatile uses from salads to roasting
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Kid-friendly—children love picking and eating them
Similar Varieties
If you enjoy Sweet 100, you might also like:
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Super Sweet 100: A newer hybrid with similar flavor but higher vitamin C and even larger clusters.
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Sungold: Another favorite cherry, known for its bright orange fruit and tropical sweetness.
Bringing Sweet 100 Into Your Garden
Plant one or two vines, and you’ll likely have all the cherry tomatoes you need for the season. The combination of flavor, production, and ease makes Sweet 100 a staple for both beginner and expert gardeners.
Savoring the Sweetest Harvest
Growing Sweet 100 means more than just adding another tomato to your garden. It’s about having a vine full of snackable jewels that make every trip outside rewarding. Once you try them, it’s hard to imagine a summer garden without them.
