Organic 'Caitydid Dwarf' Tomato
Organic 'Caitydid Dwarf' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a dwarf, compact, bright, and surprisingly generous bicolor variety
The 'Caitydid Dwarf' tomato is a creation of the Dwarf Tomato Project , a collaborative breeding program run by passionate gardeners in the United States and New Zealand. This indeterminate dwarf variety is distinguished by its compact size , ideal for pots and small spaces, while still producing large, bicolored fruits weighing 6 to 8 oz — an impressive feat for a dwarf tomato.
Its fruits display magnificent shades of orange and yellow , often marbled, with juicy, sweet, and balanced flesh, typical of heirloom bicolor tomatoes. It offers excellent productivity for its size, while maintaining a decorative appearance thanks to its compact habit and dense foliage.
A perfect variety for those who want the best of large heirloom tomatoes… in a smaller format suitable for terraces, balconies and small gardens.
Companion plants : Basil, parsley, carrot, asparagus, alliums, celery, borage, marigold, calendula, mint, sage, peppers, dill (until mature)
Negative plants : Potato, corn, kohlrabi, beetroot, fennel, peas, squash
Spread/growth : Indeterminate, dwarf, compact and productive
Plant height : 90 to 120 cm
Quantity per packet : 25 seeds
Certification : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada
Special features : Variety from the Dwarf Tomato Project, bicolor orange/yellow, surprisingly large fruits for a dwarf tomato.
Fruit color : Bicolor orange and yellow
Fruit shape : Round to slightly flattened
Fruit size/weight : Large for a dwarf (6–8 oz)
Type of fruit : Compact bicolor slicer
Texture/flesh : Juicy, soft, balanced
Farming method
Sow indoors 6 to 8 weeks before planting out . Sow 3–6 mm (1/8–1/4") deep in a light potting mix, at 23–29 °C for germination in 5 to 10 days . During the hardening-off period, reduce watering and nitrogen to encourage a compact habit.
Transplant when all risk of frost has passed. Plant in the ground or in a pot (minimum 3 gallons), spacing 60 to 90 cm (24–36") apart. Provide full sun , regular watering (level 3) , and light to medium staking , necessary to support its relatively heavy fruit.
Harvesting and preservation
Harvest when the fruit is fully displaying its bright orange and yellow hues . To get a head start, pick those showing their first signs of color , then let them ripen off the vine at 22°C or higher . Store between 12–21°C , at 95% relative humidity , to preserve their juiciness.
Usage ideas
• Perfect sliced , with its magnificent marbled colors
• Ideal in summer salads , sweet and juicy
• Excellent for small gardens and balconies
• Deliciously roasted gently , revealing its sweetness
The 'Caitydid Dwarf' tomato is a compact little treasure: bicolored, generous, flavorful, and perfectly suited to small spaces. A modern heirloom variety that proves a plant doesn't need to be large to produce large fruit.