Solanacées • Solanum lycopersicum

Red Robin Cherry Tomato - Organic

"It grows wherever the garden becomes part of everyday life: on a sunny ledge, a table, a balcony, a look of wonder at the first scarlet bunches of grapes."

$4.49

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Small in size but big in presence, the Red Robin tomato – a Martin Lejardinier lineage – was born from an act of patience and passion. Selected for over ten years in an apartment by Martin Lejardinier, an emblematic figure of indoor gardening, this rare lineage now reaches us with the quiet strength of a plant that has learned to live alongside us, under lights or under the summer sky.

Originating from a heritage variety with diverse roots – in England, the United States, and the Andes – Red Robin has been cultivated indoors for generations, becoming a trusted plant , adaptable to even the smallest patch of light. Compact, robust, and vibrant , it forms a small sphere of greenery 20 to 30 cm in diameter, perfect for pots, planters, and windowsills .

Its dense foliage and early clusters quickly become covered in small, bright red tomatoes with thin skin and a juicy texture. In a productive indoor garden or on a shared terrace, it embodies the promise of an accessible and joyful harvest , even in winter.

  • Growing climate: Warm season
  • Sowing difficulty level: Easy
  • Care required: Regular
  • Growth: Summer growth

Note: Needs warmth and light like all tomatoes; suitable for growing in pots or containers.

Red Robin tomatoes are delicious eaten fresh, sweet, with a touch of bright, balanced acidity. Their melting texture and pronounced flavor make them ideal for colorful salads, impromptu appetizers, preserving in jars, or enjoying as a snack in the garden.

Their small size and juicy flesh appeal to children and gourmets alike, who find in them the very essence of the cherry tomato.

Beyond its delicious fruit, the Red Robin – a Martin Lejardinier variety – carries within it the legacy of an inspiring approach to indoor gardening in Quebec. For years, Martin Lejardinier has passionately shared his knowledge and experiments on his YouTube channel, becoming a kind and accessible figure for thousands of urban gardeners, both beginners and experienced.
His videos, both educational and engaging, have inspired many to cultivate even in the smallest spaces. His reflections on soil health, soil life, and the mindful practices that support thriving crops foster valuable and stimulating discussions.

Growing this tomato is also a way of paying tribute to a gardener-researcher whose attentive eye and contagious humility helped to make the earthen pot or the neon-lit container a true everyday garden.

Red Robin Cherry Tomato - Organic

Red Robin Cherry Tomato - Organic

$4.49

$4.49

écoumene seeding advice

Seeding type

Indoor seeding

Germination time

7-10 days

Germination temperature

26° to 30° Celsius

Sowing depth

Sowing at a depth of 5 mm

Transplantation

Easy transplantation

Technical

Seeding in clusters

Growing conditions

Number of days to maturity

Harvest at ± 65 days

Hardiness zone

Zone-3b

Distance between plants

45 cm

Optimal brightness

Sun plant

Soil texture

Loose (silty) soil

Soil moisture

Cool, well-drained soil

Soil fertility

Plant very demanding in bacteria-dominant compost

optimal soil pH

Low acidic pH

Average plant height

30 cm

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