Chibikko
10-15 tomato seeds
£4.95
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Chibikko Micro Dwarf Tomato (10-15 seeds)
The Chibikko tomato is a fascinating micro-dwarf variety, originating from Japan. It's particularly well-suited for container growing, making it a popular choice for patios, balconies, and even indoor cultivation.
Micro-Dwarf Plant: This is its most defining feature. Chibikko tomato plants typically grow to a height of 25-45 cm, though they can remain smaller in very small pots.This compact size eliminates the need for extensive pruning or staking in most cases.
Determinate Growth: Chibikko is a determinate variety, meaning it grows to a certain size, sets its fruit, and then stops growing. This makes it a low-maintenance option compared to indeterminate varieties that continue to grow and produce throughout the season.
Early Maturity: Fruits typically begin to ripen around 110 days after seed sowing, making it a relatively quick producer.
Fruit:
Size: Produces small, cherry-sized fruits, usually 1.5 cm round
Colour: Bright red when ripe, with red flesh.
Shape: Round, sometimes described as slightly flattened or "squatty and cute."
Flavour: Good, well-balanced flavour, with a blend of sweet and tang, possibly leaning slightly more towards tartness.
Productivity: Despite its small size, Chibikko is highly productive, yielding an abundance of fruit.
Foliage: Regular, rugosa-type leaves.