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Tomato · Cherry
Tiny Tim Tomato
Determinate · Solanaceae
Tiny Tim is the classic dwarf cherry tomato for windowsills, small pots, and compact patios, with a dense plant only about a foot tall. It is ideal for beginners who need a truly small tomato and are happy with modest fruit size in exchange for convenience.
At a Glance
Days to Maturity
45–55 days
Sun
8+ hours
full sun 8+ hours
Spacing
18–30 "
Seed Start
6–8 weeks
before transplant
Container
Yes
2+ gallon pot
Height
0.8–1.5 ft
Zone Planting Guide
Growing Guide
Germination
Germination Time
5–10 days
Optimal Temp
80°F
Seed Depth
0.25"
Transplanting
Min Soil Temp
60°F
Harden Off
7 days
Watering
Weekly Water
1–2 "
Needs
Consistent
Method
Drip
Soil
pH Range
6–6.8
Soil Type
Warm, fertile loam with good drainage and high organic matter.
Support
Stake — Even dwarf cherries benefit from a short stake or cage to keep fruit clean and stems from breaking.
Resilience
Heat: Moderate
Cold: Low
Drought: Low
Common Problems
early-blight
Cause: Leaf wetness, splashing soil, and aging foliage let fungal spots move upward.
Prevention: Mulch, prune lower leaves, water at the base, and rotate plantings.
blossom-end-rot
Cause: Moisture swings limit calcium movement into fast-growing fruit.
Prevention: Keep watering consistent and avoid sudden drought stress.
Nutrition
Feeding Intensity
Heavy feeder
Calcium
Critical — supplement recommended
Recommended Recipes
Root drench, Silica foliar, Worm castings topdress
Harvest
Fruits should be fully colored, glossy, and slightly soft with a sweet tomato aroma.
Expected Yield
6–15 lbs/plant
Storage
5 days — Store at cool room temperature for best flavor, refrigerating only when fully ripe and you need to slow softening.
Sources
seed_catalog
Victory Seed Company
university
University of Minnesota Extension
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