Suitable for tropical and humid climates.
Non GMO untreated seeds natural and safe for home gardening.
Suitable for balcony pots containers and small garden spaces. Specially sourced for Singapore.
Tiny but incredibly productive — a cheerful dwarf tomato made for effortless tropical windowsill and balcony harvests.
Tomato 'Red Cherry' (Solanum lycopersicum) - A beloved determinate dwarf tomato producing masses of bright scarlet-red fruits on an exceptionally compact tidy plant. The fruits are juicy, sweet, and classically balanced with lively fresh acidity and clean traditional tomato flavour, making them perfect for snacking, salads, lunchboxes, and everyday fresh use. One of the best tomatoes for windowsills, balconies, patio pots, and very small spaces, it performs beautifully in Singapore’s tropical warmth with minimal care. Beginner & kids friendly, highly productive, and ideal for growers wanting reliable harvests from tiny spaces.
Plant Information:
Plant type: Determinate dwarf tomato
Plant height: 25–50 cm
Days to harvest: ~55–70 days
Growth habit: Compact bush
Container growing: Excellent (5–10L minimum)
Small-space suitable: Excellent
Support needed: Usually none, light support helpful if heavily loaded
Edible: Yes — fruits
Fruit size: Small to medium
Taste: Sweet, juicy, bright and classically balanced
Fragrance: Fresh clean tomato aroma
Sunlight: Full sun
Difficulty: Very easy (beginner & kids friendly)
Pollinator friendly: Yes
Growing:
Germination (Soil or Moist Towel Method):
Sow directly 0.5 cm deep in moist fine seed-starting soil, or pre-sprout using the moist paper towel method: place seeds between damp (not dripping) paper towels inside a ziplock bag or sealed container. Keep warm at 24–30°C and check daily. Once tiny roots appear (usually 3–7 days), transplant carefully root-down into soil. Keep evenly moist but never soggy.
☀️ Sun & Tropical Care:
Requires 6–8+ hours full sun for best sweetness and heavy fruiting. In Singapore humidity, strong airflow is essential to prevent fungal issues. Morning direct sun is especially valuable. Protect from prolonged heavy tropical rain.
Soil, Water & Feeding:
Use rich fertile well-draining soil in 8–15L containers with excellent drainage. Water deeply whenever top 2–3 cm begins drying. Feed every 7–10 days with balanced fertilizer, switching to potassium-rich tomato feed once flowers appear.
Pollination (Important for Indoor & Balcony Growing):
Tomatoes are self-pollinating but often need help indoors. Once flowers open, gently shake flowering stems daily or tap flower clusters lightly around late morning to release pollen. A small soft brush or electric toothbrush held against flower stems for a few seconds works extremely well and improves fruit set.
Growth & Fruiting:
No heavy pruning needed. This determinate trailing type naturally forms a compact fruiting cascade. Harvest regularly once fruits turn glossy bright red for continued production.
Pests & Prevention:
Watch for whiteflies, spider mites, aphids, fungal spots, and yellowing lower leaves in humid weather. Maintain strong airflow, avoid wet foliage overnight, and remove ageing leaves promptly. Neem oil may be used if needed.
