Tomato 'Petit Moineau' (Solanum pimpinellifolium) – Offered by Le Potager Ornemental de Catherine
The 'Petit Moineau' tomato is an old variety of redcurrant tomato , known for its exceptional vigor and spectacular production . Its tiny red fruits (about 1 cm in diameter ), growing in long clusters, are intensely sweet, slightly tart and bursting with flavor .
Its creeping or climbing habit makes it a lush plant, perfect for covering a trellis or fence. Very resistant to diseases and adapted to difficult conditions , it is ideal for gardeners looking for a rustic and easy-to-grow variety .
Characteristics of the variety
Type : Annual
Species : Solanum pimpinellifolium (currant tomato)
Plant habit : Indeterminate, creeping or climbing
Height : 2 to 3 m (if staked)
Maturity : Very early, 50 to 65 days
Fruit color : Bright red
Fruit shape : Very small, round, about 1 cm
Flavor : Very sweet, slightly tangy, intense
Use : Snacks, salads, garnishes
Appeal : Massive production, intense flavor, great hardiness
Quantity per sachet : ± 50 seeds
Origin : Ancestral variety, possibly originating from South America
Special feature : Ultra resistant to diseases, ideal for wild gardens
Cultivation method
🌞 Exposure : Full sun
🌱 Sowing : Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost , then transplant after the last frost.
📏 Sowing depth : 5 mm
🌡 Germination temperature : 22-25°C
⏳ Germination time : 7 to 14 days
🌿 Spacing : 50 to 70 cm between plants
🪴 Staking : Recommended to channel growth and maximize harvest
💦 Watering : Moderate, resists drought well once established
✂️ Maintenance : No need for pruning, free and natural growth
With ideal conditions, the 'Petit Moineau' tomato guarantees an abundant and uninterrupted harvest until the first frosts , ideal for lovers of tasty, maintenance-free tomatoes .
Use and special features
🌿 A wild and ultra-productive tomato
With its exuberant growth and abundant cluster production , it transforms every vegetable garden into a lush jungle .
🍅 A burst of flavor in a miniature format
Its sweet and tangy mini tomatoes are perfect for nibbling on the go, garnishing dishes or decorating plates .
🔥 A robust and carefree variety
Ultra resistant to diseases and difficult conditions, it grows almost without maintenance , ideal for wild and permaculture gardens .
