Tomato 'Red Currant'
Best disease-resistant choice for gardeners seeking prolific, bite-sized snacking tomatoes.
Discover the unique Tomato 'Red Currant', a distinct species (_Lycopersicon pimpinellifolium_) offering a delightful half-tart, half-sweet flavor. These plants produce small, 1/3-inch fruits on long trusses, ripening in 70-75 days from transplant. Known for their vigorous, vining growth, they are remarkably resistant to common blights and wilts. This indeterminate variety is perfect for salads or drying. Plants are shipped as robust seedlings in 1 pint pots, ensuring a strong start for your garden. For best results, provide full sun and rich, well-drained soil.
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Botanical Name
Lycopersicon pimpinellifolium
/ Lycopersicon pimpinellifolium
Who it's for
- Beginners needing low-maintenance plants with strong natural defenses
- Gardeners seeking flavorful, bite-sized snacks for immediate eating
- Homesteaders wanting high-volume harvests throughout the entire season
Who should skip it
- Busy growers who prefer quick and efficient harvesting
- Gardeners with limited space or minimal support structures
- Cooks looking for tomatoes suitable for sauces and canning
Performance breakdown
Disease Resistance
Robust genetics provide reliable protection against common garden blights and wilts.
Yield Potential
Vigorous vining habit produces an exceptionally high volume of small fruit.
Flavor Profile
Unique half-tart, half-sweet balance offers a sophisticated culinary experience.
Growth Vigor
Aggressive indeterminate vines require sturdy support for optimal vertical development.
Container Suitability
Compact enough for large pots while maintaining impressive overall productivity.
Establishment Ease
Ships as a healthy, well-rooted seedling for a faster garden start.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Lycopersicon pimpinellifolium
Mature Height
4-8 feet
Mature Spread
2-3 feet
Spacing Recommendation
24-36 inches
Lifespan
Annual
Ripening Time
70–75 days from transplant
Ships as
1 PINT 28.86 CU IN.
SKU
S4885
Features
- Delectable half-tart, half-sweet flavor
- Resistant to common blights and wilts
- Prolific yield of small, tasty tomatoes
- Vigorous vines encourage high production
- Indeterminate growth habit
- Ripens in 70-75 days from transplant
- Grown from non-GMO seed stock
- Suitable for container gardening
What customers say
The 'Red Currant' tomato is overwhelmingly adored for its intensely sweet and tangy flavor, frequently described as addictive bursts of taste. This superior flavor profile is the primary driver of satisfaction, cementing its status as a premium specialty item. Its diminutive size makes it perfect for gourmet salads and garnishes, contributing to a high perception of quality. Gardeners appreciate the prolific yield. While the exceptional taste ensures high consumer loyalty, the small fruit size necessitates labor intensive harvesting, which some find frustrating. Ultimately, consumers agree the remarkable flavor payoff justifies the effort involved.
Know before you buy
As an indeterminate variety, 'Red Currant' tomatoes are vigorous growers that can reach a mature height of 4 to 8 feet. You should plan for a spread of 2 to 3 feet and provide a sturdy trellis or support system to manage their vining habit.
Yes, these are suitable for container gardening. Because they are vigorous vines, ensure you use a large, deep pot and provide a strong stake or cage to support the plant as it grows.
You can expect your 'Red Currant' tomatoes to ripen 70 to 75 days after transplanting. They produce small, 1/3-inch fruits on long trusses throughout the season.
These tomatoes offer a unique, balanced flavor that is half-tart and half-sweet. Their small size and distinct taste make them an excellent choice for fresh salads or for drying.
Yes, this variety is known for being remarkably resistant to common blights and wilts. This makes them a more reliable choice for gardeners who have struggled with disease-prone tomato varieties in the past.
For the best results, plant them in a location that receives full sun and ensure the soil is rich and well-drained. They require moderate watering throughout the growing season.
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