Sow indoors March through April approximately six to eight weeks before planned transplanting. Place seed 0.5 cm deep, maintain 21–27°C, and keep mix moist; emergence generally takes 7–14 days. Provide intense light, pot seedlings up, and harden gradually. Transplant only after last frost once soil is warm and nights are sufficiently mild.
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Indeterminate yellow-and-red cherry tomato
Solanaceae
Organic fruiting vegetable seeds
Organic striped ‘Sunrise Bumble Bee’ cherry tomato (Solanum lycopersicum ‘Sunrise Bumble Bee’)
Solanum lycopersicum ‘Sunrise Bumble Bee’
Productive indeterminate organic cherry tomato with golden-yellow fruit swirled red and orange and a juicy sweet fruity flavour.
Quantity
About 30 seeds
Exposure
Full sun
Difficulty level
Moderate
Discover the plant
Family
Solanaceae
Genus
Solanum
Species
Solanum lycopersicum
Cultivar
Sunrise Bumble Bee
Type
Indeterminate yellow-and-red cherry tomato
Cycle
Warm-season annual
Organic striped ‘Sunrise Bumble Bee’ cherry tomato (Solanum lycopersicum ‘Sunrise Bumble Bee’) is an early productive indeterminate organic variety remarkable for small golden-yellow fruit swirled red and orange outside and through the flesh. Juicy texture and sweet fruity flavour suit snacks salads appetizers skewers and colourful garnishes. Maturity is generally listed around 70 days after transplanting and fruit ripens progressively through the season.
Sow indoors six to eight weeks before last frost approximately 0.5 cm deep. Keep the mix warm and evenly moist, then provide intense light immediately after emergence. Pot up after true leaves and harden gradually. After frost transplant in full sun into deep fertile organic-rich well-drained soil. The indeterminate habit requires a sturdy stake or tall cage; tie stems loosely and maintain enough room for air circulation.
Water deeply at soil level when the surface begins to dry and keep moisture even through fruit set and sizing. Mulch after soil warms and avoid excess nitrogen. Harvest when the golden-yellow background is developed, red or orange swirls are visible, and fruit yields slightly to touch. Colour varies with sunlight, so also judge texture. Pick frequently, protect fruit from impacts, and discard mouldy slimy deeply split or abnormal-smelling fruit.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Planting depth
0.5 cm (1/4 in)
Spacing / density
Space plants approximately 90 to 120 cm (36 to 48 in) apart to accommodate growth and air circulation.
Establishment temperature
21 to 27°C (70 to 81°F)
Establishment time
7 to 14 days
Best planting time
Indoor sowing six to eight weeks before last frost; transplant after frost
Propagation
Seed
Growing method
Sow Sunrise Bumble Bee indoors March through April six to eight weeks before last frost 0.5 cm deep. Maintain 21–27°C and even moisture until emergence in 7–14 days. Provide intense light, pot up after true leaves, and harden gradually. After frost transplant in full sun in the ground or a large deep container. Install a cage or stake, water at soil level, and mulch. Harvest frequently approximately 75 days after transplanting once small fruit is uniformly golden yellow striped red.
Soil and care
The right conditions.
Exposure
Full sun
Soil pH
Approximately 6.0 to 6.8
Minimum temperature
10°C (50°F)
Watering
Water deeply at soil level when the top three to five centimetres begin to dry while maintaining moisture as evenly as possible. Alternating drought and heavy watering encourages cracking and may contribute to blossom-end rot while constantly waterlogged soil suffocates roots and increases disease. Water in the morning without unnecessarily wetting foliage then mulch once soil warms. During fruit set and sizing avoid prolonged water stress. In a large container check moisture daily during hot weather without leaving standing water in the saucer.
Soil type
Choose deep fertile loose well-drained organic-rich soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH near 6.0–6.8. Incorporate mature compost before transplanting while avoiding fresh manure and excess nitrogen that produces leaves at the expense of fruit. Work soil when neither sticky nor dusty and do not compact the root zone. Even moisture and adequate calcium reserves support healthy fruiting without automatic calcium additions unless testing supports them. Rotate three or four years away from tomatoes peppers eggplants and potatoes.
Fertilization
Incorporate mature compost before transplanting then base later feeding on a soil test or the label of a balanced fruiting-vegetable fertilizer. Avoid excess nitrogen which promotes very vigorous stems and leaves but delays flowering and ripening. After fruit set balanced nutrition including potassium and phosphorus may support fruiting without exceeding label rates. Never place concentrated fertilizer against roots and water after application. In containers split a dilute solution rather than using one strong dose. No calcium supplement replaces even watering or a test confirming deficiency.
Seasonal care
In spring sow indoors six to eight weeks before last frost and provide intense light immediately after emergence. Pot up after true leaves then harden gradually. After frost transplant in full sun in the ground or a large deep container. Install a cage or stake to support loaded stems without assigning an unconfirmed growth type. In summer water deeply at soil level, check container moisture often, mulch, and feed moderately. Harvest golden yellow striped red fruit frequently. Before frost pick developed fruit, remove plants, and clean containers.
Container growing
A controlled environment.
Recommended pot size
35 to 45 cm (14 to 18 in) diameter container
Choose a very large stable deep container with several drainage holes; no exact dimension is confirmed for the Biologiquement vôtre seed lot. Fill with airy compost-enriched vegetable potting mix and place in full sun. Install a tall cage or sturdy stake at transplanting to support the indeterminate habit and clusters. Water slowly when the surface begins to dry without standing water. Mulch lightly, feed moderately, tie stems, and check moisture daily during hot weather.
Bloom and dimensions
The complete profile.
Flower color
Golden yellow striped red
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Compound, divided foliage with an aroma when bruised; grown as an annual in Quebec
Growth rate
Vigorous during the warm season
Bloom period
Small golden yellow striped red flowers in successive clusters through the warm season
Fruiting
Clusters of small golden-yellow fruit swirled red and orange, ripening progressively
Harvest
Harvest generally around 70 days after transplanting when the golden-yellow background is developed, red or orange swirls are visible, and fruit yields slightly to gentle pressure while remaining firm. Colour varies with sunlight, so also judge texture and ease of release. Support clusters and pick frequently. Before frost bring developed fruit indoors. Do not eat leaves or stems and discard mouldy slimy or deeply split fruit.
Garden associations
What to plant with it.
Good companions
Basil and early lettuce can occupy nearby space when light, water, air circulation, and root room remain sufficient.
Avoid planting with
Avoid waterlogged soil, overhead watering, crowding, and repeated rotations with tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, or potatoes.
Salads snacks appetizers lunch boxes garnishes and fresh eating
From the garden to inspiration.
Sunrise Bumble Bee tomato skewers — Rinse sound fruit and thread whole or halved with cucumber and basil leaves. Keep ingredients cold and serve promptly with dressing on the side. Refrigerate leftovers within two hours. Do not eat tomato leaves or stems and discard mouldy slimy deeply split or abnormal-smelling fruit.
Frequently asked questions
Everything toknow.
This variety produces beautiful yellow and red marbled cherry tomatoes with sweet flavor and excellent productivity. Its spectacular appearance makes it one of the most attractive cherry tomatoes for home gardens.
Generally harvest around 75 to 85 days after transplanting once fruit has developed golden yellow striped red colour and yields slightly to gentle pressure. A green area may remain at the shoulders and colour varies with sunlight. Support each fruit and cut the stem with a clean tool. Pick progressively, bring developed fruit indoors before frost, and discard mouldy slimy or deeply split fruit.
Yes. The workbook indicates culture in a large deep container without confirming exact dimensions. Use a stable pot with several drainage holes and airy compost-enriched mix. Place in full sun, install a cage or stake for loaded stems, check moisture daily during hot weather, water until it drains without standing water, and feed moderately according to label directions.
No. According to the available product information, this variety is generally offered as non-open-pollinated. Fresh seed is recommended to preserve its distinctive characteristics.
Its strengths, naturally.
Attracts or supports pollinating insects
Pollinators
