Seeds, Tomato, Maglia Rosa (Cherry)

Tomato, Maglia Rosa (Cherry)
(Solanum lycopersicum)

Maglia Rosa is a uniquely beautiful artisan cherry tomato with elongated, tapered fruits brushed in pink, red, and gold striping. Bred for exceptional flavor and productivity, this variety offers sweet, complex taste in a striking presentation. Early to mature and heavy-bearing, it performs reliably in home gardens and market settings alike.

Key Characteristics

• Striking Pink & Gold Striping
  Slender, pointed cherry fruits display a vibrant blend of rose, coral, and golden striping. The distinctive shape and color make it stand out in mixed cherry harvests and farmers market displays.
• Sweet, Balanced Flavor
  Maglia Rosa delivers a rich sweetness with mild acidity and juicy texture. Excellent for fresh snacking, salads, and colorful summer platters.
• Early & Productive
  One of the earlier artisan cherry types to mature, producing abundant clusters over a long season. Regular harvesting encourages continued flowering and fruit set until frost.
• Compact Indeterminate Growth
  Vigorous yet manageable plants typically reach 4–6 feet and benefit from staking or trellising. Performs well in raised beds and high-intensity garden systems.

Product Details

• Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Native Range: South America (widely cultivated worldwide)
• Plant Life Cycle: Annual
• Sun Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Medium, fertile, well-drained
• Mature Height: 4–6 feet (indeterminate vine)
• Bloom Time: June–August
• Bloom Color: Yellow
• Days to Maturity: ~65–70 days
• Fruit Size: 1.5–2 inches, elongated cherry
• Growth Habit: Indeterminate (requires staking or trellising)
• USDA Hardiness Zones: Grown as an annual in zones 3–10

Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost. Transplant after danger of frost once soil temperatures reach at least 60°F. Provide sturdy support at planting time and maintain consistent watering to prevent cracking. Mulching helps conserve moisture and improve fruit quality. In permaculture systems, plant in fertile annual beds and rotate with legumes for soil balance.

Maglia Rosa combines artistry and flavor—an early, productive cherry tomato that brings color and sweetness to summer harvests.

These seeds come from the Appalachian Seed Growers Collective, a regional network of farmers dedicated to growing and sharing seeds adapted to the Southern Appalachian climate and rooted in seed sovereignty and crop diversity. These varieties have been grown and saved in place by local growers to thrive in your garden while supporting resilient, locally-grown food systems.