Tomato - Solanum lycopersicum Tumbling Tom Red Plant

Edible

Fruiting

Tumbling Tom Red Tomatoes are perfect for hanging baskets and containers, offering a cascade of juicy tomatoes all season long. Enjoy growing these versatile tomato plants with ease, suitable for gardens of any size. Discover more in our Tomato Plants collection.

Ideal for hanging baskets
Juicy red tomatoes all season
Easy to grow and maintain
Compact and space-saving
Perfect for patio gardening

Create a lush, productive mini garden with Tumbling Tom Red Tomatoes and enjoy fresh home-grown delights right from your balcony or patio. Explore more in our Urban Garden collection.

Lots Of Fruit

Sweet Flavour

Easy To Grow

Small Tomatoes

Type:

Plugs Pots

Size:

4 x Plugs 8 x Plugs 2 x 9cm Pots 4 x 9cm Pots

Details

Tomato 'Tumbling Tom Red' produces abundant clusters of small, sweet cherry tomatoes. Ideal for hanging baskets and containers, this trailing variety thrives in small spaces and is easy to grow.

Grows best in full sun and well-drained soil
Suitable for containers and hanging baskets
Trailing growth habit, perfect for small spaces
Long harvest period from mid-summer to early autumn

What's Included

Plugs: Start with large, strong seedlings. They have strong roots and are ready to plant in your garden or pots. Perfect for early garden starts, they're smaller than our full pot plants.

Pots: Get big, ready-to-grow plants in 9cm pots. Plant them in your garden or bigger pots right away. They're bigger and stronger than plug plants. Pre-fed and watered for healthier plants from the start

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Care Information

Sunlight	Full Sun
Position	Sheltered
Soil	Well drained
Planting Time	Indoors/Greenhouse
Moisture	Moist
Hardiness	Half-hardy
Growth Rate	Medium
Spacing	30cm
Height and Spread	30cm x 30cm
Annual or Perennial	Annual

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Plant Information

How To Plant

Plant Care

Tomato 'Tumbling Tom Red' is a compact, trailing variety producing small, sweet cherry tomatoes, perfect for hanging baskets and container gardening.

Grows best in full sun and well-drained soil
Suitable for containers and hanging baskets
Trailing growth habit, ideal for small spaces
Long harvest period from mid-summer to early autumn

Tomato 'Tumbling Tom Red' is a compact, trailing variety producing small, sweet cherry tomatoes, perfect for hanging baskets and container gardening.

Grows best in full sun and well-drained soil
Suitable for containers and hanging baskets
Trailing growth habit, ideal for small spaces
Long harvest period from mid-summer to early autumn

Planting Time:	Spring to Early Summer
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Pots & Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony

Planting Time:	Spring to Early Summer
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Pots & Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony

Choose a sunny sheltered area for Tomato 'Tumbling Tom Red', whether in hanging baskets or in pots. Keep them well watered and ensure good drainage.

Tomato plants need warmth and sun, so choose a sunny spot with good direct sunlight
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use hanging baskets or pots with good drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; ensure good air circulation for healthy growth

Choose a sunny sheltered area for Tomato 'Tumbling Tom Red', whether in hanging baskets or in pots. Keep them well watered and ensure good drainage.

Tomato plants need warmth and sun, so choose a sunny spot with good direct sunlight
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use hanging baskets or pots with good drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; ensure good air circulation for healthy growth

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny location with well-drained soil
Prepare the Soil:	Mix in compost to improve fertility
Planting:	Plant deeply, ensuring good root establishment
Spacing:	Allow 60 cm between plants

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny location with well-drained soil
Prepare the Soil:	Mix in compost to improve fertility
Planting:	Plant deeply, ensuring good root establishment
Spacing:	Allow 60 cm between plants

Tomato 'Tumbling Tom Red' grows quickly and produces plenty of small, sweet fruit. With good sunshine and a little care, you’ll enjoy a plentiful harvest of tasty cherry tomatoes!

Water frequently, especially in hot weather. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging
Remove lower leaves and pinch outside shoots and early flowers for the highest production
Check for pests like aphids, treat with soapy water and remove any unhealthy leaves
Plant Marigolds nearby for pollination and deter pests, harvest when bright red and slightly soft

Tomato 'Tumbling Tom Red' grows quickly and produces plenty of small, sweet fruit. With good sunshine and a little care, you’ll enjoy a plentiful harvest of tasty cherry tomatoes!

Water frequently, especially in hot weather. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging
Remove lower leaves and pinch outside shoots and early flowers for the highest production
Check for pests like aphids, treat with soapy water and remove any unhealthy leaves
Plant Marigolds nearby for pollination and deter pests, harvest when bright red and slightly soft

Sunlight and Position:	Needs full sun for 6-8 hours daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, fertilize every two weeks
Support and Pruning:	Prune suckers and provide support with stakes or cages
Harvesting:	Harvest when tomatoes are fully ripe and slightly soft for the best flavour

Sunlight and Position:	Needs full sun for 6-8 hours daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, fertilize every two weeks
Support and Pruning:	Prune suckers and provide support with stakes or cages
Harvesting:	Harvest when tomatoes are fully ripe and slightly soft for the best flavour

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