Penny Dwarf Drop Tomato Seeds

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[Solanum lycopersicum] Penny dwarf drop tomato seeds, compact plant ideal for pots, sweet small fruits.

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Penny Dwarf Drop Tomato

Penny dwarf drop tomato is a compact, productive variety, ideal for pot growing, with small drop-shaped fruits and a sweet, intense flavour.

The Penny Tomato Plant

It belongs to the species Solanum lycopersicum, family Solanaceae. A dwarf, compact plant that doesn't exceed 40-50 cm in height, perfect for balconies and terraces.

How to Sow Penny Tomato

Sow in a heated seedbed between February and March, with soil temperature between 20 and 25°C; transplant after the last frosts, generally in May.

How to Grow Penny Tomato

Thanks to its compact habit it needs no staking; it prefers roomy pots with well-draining substrate and regular watering, even daily during the hottest months.

Tips for Penny Tomato

Harvest is staggered from July to September: the small drop-shaped fruits should be picked once they reach full red colouring for maximum sweetness.

Diseases and Pests of Penny Tomato

It can be affected by downy mildew and powdery mildew in conditions of high humidity; good sun exposure and ventilation reduce the risk of fungal diseases.

Uses and Curiosities of Penny Tomato

The small drop-shaped fruits are eaten fresh in salads, as a snack or to garnish dishes, thanks to the concentrated sweetness typical of mini varieties.

Properties of Penny Tomato

Rich in lycopene, vitamin C and potassium, Penny tomato has antioxidant properties beneficial to overall wellbeing.

Nutritional Values of Penny Tomato

Per 100 grams, Penny tomato provides about 20 kcal, 1 g protein, 4.3 g carbohydrates, 0.2 g fat and 1.3 g fibre.