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Tiny Tim
CherryThe ultimate dwarf tomato. Fits on windowsills and produces sweet cherry tomatoes.
Height: 12-18 inchesContainer: 2-3 gallons
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Tumbling Tom
CherryPerfect for hanging baskets. Cascades over edges with abundant cherry tomatoes.
Height: TrailingContainer: Hanging basket
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Patio Princess
MediumCompact determinate with full-sized fruit. Bred specifically for containers.
Height: 2 feetContainer: 5 gallons
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Red Robin
CherryMicro-dwarf variety perfect for windowsills. Sweet 1-inch fruits.
Height: 8-12 inchesContainer: 1-2 gallons
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Bush Early Girl
MediumCompact version of the classic. Full-sized tomatoes from small plants.
Height: 18-24 inchesContainer: 5 gallons
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Window Box Roma
PasteCompact paste tomato for sauces. Perfect for window boxes.
Height: 12-18 inchesContainer: 3 gallons
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Sweet 'n Neat
CherryExtremely compact with prolific sweet cherries. Great for small pots.
Height: 10-12 inchesContainer: 2-3 gallons
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Lizzano
CherryBlight-resistant trailing variety. Produces hundreds of cherry tomatoes.
Height: TrailingContainer: 3-5 gallons
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Balcony
MediumClassic container variety with good-sized fruit and compact growth.
Height: 18-24 inchesContainer: 5 gallons
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Micro Tom
CherryWorld's smallest tomato plant. Grows on desks under lights.
Height: 6-8 inchesContainer: 1 gallon
Frequently Asked Questions
Can dwarf tomatoes taste as good as full-sized varieties?
Cherry and grape tomatoes from dwarf varieties often taste better than supermarket tomatoes due to higher sugar concentration. Larger-fruited dwarfs may have slightly less complex flavor than heirlooms, but the convenience makes up for it.
What's the minimum container size for tomatoes?
Micro-dwarfs like Red Robin and Micro Tom grow in 1-2 gallon pots. Standard compact varieties need at least 5 gallons. Larger containers mean less watering and bigger harvests, so go as large as your space allows.
Do small tomatoes need support?
Most dwarf and determinate varieties are self-supporting. However, a small stake or tomato cage helps keep fruit off the ground and prevents branches from breaking under heavy fruit loads.