Micro Tom Ultra Micro Dwarf Tomato 10 Seeds

Solanum lycopersicum

Micro Tom Tomato is the world’s smallest tomato variety and a true ultra micro dwarf tomato, growing just 4–8 inches tall. Despite its miniature size, it produces clusters of tiny red cherry tomatoes with a classic tomato flavour, making it both a fun novelty and a productive edible plant.

Highly popular for indoor growing, windowsills, and educational projects, Micro Tom is also widely used in scientific research due to its extremely compact size and fast life cycle. It’s perfect for small spaces, kids’ gardening, and year-round indoor harvests.

Days to Maturity: 50–60 days

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Variety: Micro Tom
• Plant Type: Ultra micro dwarf tomato
• Plant Height: 4–8 inches
• Growth Habit: Determinate (very compact, bushy)
• Fruit Size: Extra small cherry tomatoes
• Fruit Colour: Bright red
• Flavor: Mild, classic tomato taste
• Sun Requirements: Full sun or strong indoor light
• Germination Time: 5–10 days
• Days to Maturity: 50–60 days

Key Features

• One of the smallest tomato plants in the world
• Extremely compact—perfect for tight indoor spaces
• Fast-growing and early producing
• Ideal for windowsills, desks, and small containers
• Great for kids and beginner gardeners
• Popular for educational and research use

Garden Uses

• Indoor windowsill gardening
• Desktop or small container growing
• Educational and school projects
• Kids’ gardening activities
• Fresh snacking tomatoes

How to Grow from Seed

Indoor Growing

• Start seeds anytime indoors
• Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in seed-starting mix
• Keep soil warm (20–25°C) and evenly moist
• Seeds germinate in 5–10 days

Transplanting

• Move seedlings into small pots (3–4 inches)
• Final container size can be as small as 4–6 inches wide

Lighting

• Provide bright sunlight or grow lights (12–16 hours daily)
• Keep lights close due to compact growth habit

Care Tips

• Water regularly but lightly—avoid overwatering
• Use well-draining soil
• Feed lightly every 2–3 weeks
• No staking required
• Ideal for indoor growing year-round

FAQ

How small is Micro Tom tomato?
It grows only 4–8 inches tall, making it one of the smallest tomato plants available.

Can Micro Tom grow indoors?
Yes. It is one of the best tomatoes for indoor growing.

Is Micro Tom productive?
Yes. Despite its size, it produces surprisingly good yields of small tomatoes.

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