Annuals

Solanum lycopersicum, Tumbling Tom selections

Tumbling Tom trailing tomato

Yellow selection shown; this listing also includes red selections. Tumbling Tom Yellow tomato, photo courtesy of Ball Horticultural Company; Propagation is prohibited.

Compact, trailing growth makes Tumbling Tom cherry tomatoes well suited to hanging baskets and patio pots. Red and yellow selections bear small fruits through summer. Give the basket full sun, consistent moisture and tomato feed once fruit begins to form; leave the side shoots to grow naturally.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun
Mature size: Height: About 6 in. above the container; trailing stems · Spread: About 3¼ ft. (breeder reference)
Water: Consistent moisture; free drainage
Life cycle: Summer fruit; frost-tender annual

Sizes & prices

10"$26.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Wet soil: Avoid waterlogged soil and standing water.

Growing & care

Soil & drainage: Use freely draining garden soil or a container with drainage holes.
Pruning: Leave the side shoots to grow; remove only unhealthy leaves.
Harvest: Pick ripe red or yellow fruits regularly, according to the selection.
Feeding: Feed with tomato fertilizer at label rates once fruits begin to form.

Sources & photo credits

online.flippingbook.com

Royal Horticultural Society

University of Minnesota Extension

Photo: Tumbling Tom Yellow tomato, photo courtesy of Ball Horticultural Company; resized for web without enlargement. · Ball customer promotional-use photo license

Image notes: Yellow selection shown; this listing also includes red selections. Tumbling Tom Yellow tomato, photo courtesy of Ball Horticultural Company; resized for web without enlargement. Propagation is prohibited.

Reviewed September 22, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.