Tomato Plant in Hanging Pot

[Sparrow]

I have extra cherry tomato plants and would like to grow some in hanging pots. I purchased the pots this morning. My main concern is how does the plant balance with only one plant in the pot? Do the vines grow in all directions to cascade over all of the edges, or do I need to plant two plants per pot?

 

[digitS']

My first concern would be variety.

Many cherry tomatoes like to grow straight up. They can grow like a tree. Yes, they might hang and present a balance problem. Each of the recent years, I grow a few cherry tomatoes in pots (not hanging) at the foot of the backsteps. The varieties I grow are sometimes a little difficult to control.

I am not a tomato plant pruner ... But, some varieties would require that and then may make suitable choices for a hanging basket after that procedure. Just my 2 ¢.

Steve

 

[R2elk]

You might want to check out the hanging pots for growing tomato plants upside down. It should eliminate the worry of them being out of balance.

 

[Sparrow]

I'm thinking maybe currant tomato plants. I normally grow those, but this year I planted cherry tomatoes. The currant tomato plants tend to grow very large though. I did find information on varieties that are recommended for pots, but I will have to wait until next year to try those.

This year I might as well try a cherry variety.

 

[Alasgun]

Read up on a “bison” mine sprawl similar to pumpkins or melons and are advertised for hanging Baskets. Fairly prolific, making lots of 2 inch fruit. One plant covering a 4 by 4 ft area; im sure it would look good in a hanging basket.

 

[seedcorn]

I’m trying “Mexican Midget” in pots for GD’s this year so they can bring them in as squirrels decimate anything outside. Only suppose to get 1’ tall with little side branching.

 

[Sparrow]

I ordered some seed packets from two seed companies: Bison, Gold Nugget, Red Robin, Tiny Tim, Tumbler Red, Tumbler Gold. Received one order today. Should have time yet this season to see what will work and thrive in a hanging pot, and most importantly what tastes good.

Decided that regular cherry, and currant tomato plants will not be suitable.

 

[meadow]

I’m trying “Mexican Midget” in pots for GD’s this year so they can bring them in as squirrels decimate anything outside. Only suppose to get 1’ tall with little side branching.

If you don't mind my asking, where did you purchase your Mexican Midget tomatoes?

I'm growing Mexico Midget this year, but it is (supposedly) an indeterminate plant with vigorous growth. The names are awfully similar!

 

[seedcorn]

If you don't mind my asking, where did you purchase your Mexican Midget tomatoes?

I'm growing Mexico Midget this year, but it is (supposedly) an indeterminate plant with vigorous growth. The names are awfully similar!

Mexico Midget Tomato

Indeterminate - An extremely productive dwarf variety that is ideal for small space or container gardens. This variety produces hundreds of 1/2" dark red fruits with a robust tomato flavor. Impressively intense flavor for such a small variety. Delicious in salads, soups, and sauces.

migardener.com

 

[meadow]

Mexico Midget Tomato

Indeterminate - An extremely productive dwarf variety that is ideal for small space or container gardens. This variety produces hundreds of 1/2" dark red fruits with a robust tomato flavor. Impressively intense flavor for such a small variety. Delicious in salads, soups, and sauces.

migardener.com

Ah. So it does look like the same tomato. I wonder how an indeterminate plant can also be considered a dwarf? Guess we'll find out! I knew the fruit was supposed to be small, but not that the plant was small. I may need to reconsider its placement in the garden.