Tiny Tim – mini bush tomato for pots and windowsills
What makes Tiny Tim special
Tiny Tim is a compact mini bush tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) that suits pot growing, balcony boxes and windowsills. Tiny Tim tomato seeds suit anyone who wants to grow tomatoes at home without a garden or greenhouse.
Background and name
A classic dwarf variety bred in the USA as early as the 1940s. Very popular with beginners.
Appearance and growth habit
Bush type (determinate) that does not need pinching out. The plant grows to about 30–40 cm and gives small, red cherry tomatoes.
Flavour and uses
Mild, slightly tangy fruits. Perfect in salads, in the lunchbox or as a decorative edible plant.
Ripening time, resilience and storage
Ripens quickly, in as little as 50–55 days. Good resistance to weather and disease. Short shelf life.
Pollination tips
When growing indoors, help by shaking the plant or using a brush.
Growing Tiny Tim
Sow in March. Perfect for a window, pot or balcony. No pinching out. No tying in required.
The price applies to 10 tomato seeds
Sow in small pots and keep the compost moist. Pot on into a larger pot. Feed regularly and give a sunny spot.
