Red Robin (Cherry) Tomato - Quebec Seeds | Les Semis de la Seigneurie

The ultra-compact miniature cherry tomato, champion of balconies!

The Red Robin tomato is an extra-compact cherry variety producing bright red fruit with a classic sweet flavor. Grown at Semences de la Seigneurie, this determinate tomato reaches only 20-30 cm in height—the smallest of all tomatoes! Perfect for pots, balcony planters, indoor gardens, and even windowsills. Early (55-60 days) and productive despite its small size.

Why choose the Red Robin tomato from Semis de la Seigneurie?

✅ Seeds produced in Quebec – Adapted to our climate, without chemical pesticides

✅ Extra-compact – 20-30 cm, the smallest tomato available

✅ Perfect for balconies – Ideal in a pot of at least 20 cm

✅ Determined – No sizing required

✅ Early – Harvest in 55-60 days

Culture in Quebec (zone 4b and above)

Start your seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost (early April). Transplant after all risk of frost has passed (early June) into a pot at least 20 cm in diameter. Its miniature size allows you to grow several plants in a small space. Excellent for introducing children to gardening!

Producer's advice

💚 Determinate variety – no pruning required

🌿 Perfect for small pots (20 cm minimum)

☀️ Full sun for optimal production

💧 Water regularly – avoid drying out

Culinary uses

Red Robin tomatoes are perfect fresh for snacks, salads, kids' lunches, toppings, and platters. Their miniature size and sweet taste make them a favorite with children. Perfect for educational gardening!

🌱 CULTURE

Indoor sowing:

• Start 6-8 weeks before the last frost (early April)
• Germination temperature: 20-25°C
• Germination: 5-10 days
• Depth: 0.5 cm
• Bright light is needed from germination onwards.

Transplantation:

• After all risk of frost (early June in Quebec)
• Spacing: 30-40 cm between plants (very compact)
• Rich, well-drained soil, pH 6.0-6.8
• Exposure: full sun (minimum 6-8 hours)
• Excellent in a 20cm+ pot, window box, or on a windowsill

Interview :

• Water regularly (small pots dry out quickly)
• Fertilize every 2-3 weeks (tomato fertilizer)
• No size required (determined)
• No support needed (compact size)
• Monitor humidity in the pot

Harvest :

• First harvest: 55-60 days after transplanting
• Harvest concentrated over 2-3 weeks
• Pick when the fruits are bright red and firm.
• Production: 0.5-1 kg per plant

Adaptation to the Quebec climate:

✅ Early-maturing – suitable for zone 4b

✅ Compact – perfect for small spaces

✅ Locally tested by Les Semis de la Seigneurie

🌟 MAIN FEATURES

• Common name: Red Robin tomato, Miniature cherry tomato
• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Type: Determinate cherry tomato
• Plant height: 20-30 cm (smallest tomato)
• Width: 20-30 cm
• Days to maturity: 55-60 days (early)
• Fruit color: Bright red
• Fruit size: 2-3 cm (cherry)
• Fruit weight: 15-20 g
• Flavor: Sweet, classic, balanced
• Yield: 0.5-1 kg per plant
• Growth habit: Extra-compact, bushy
• Hardiness zone: Annual
• Seed origin: Produced in Quebec by Les Semis de la Seigneurie
• Free from chemical pesticides

💡 SUGGESTIONS FOR USE

In the kitchen:

• 🍅 Fresh snacks – Perfect for children
• 🥗 Salads – Convenient bite-sized
• 🍱 Kids' Lunch – Sweet Treat Loved
• 🍕 Toppings – Pizza, bruschetta
• 🧀 Appetizer platters – With cheese
• 🌮 Tacos – A Fresh Touch

Conservation :

• Fresh: at room temperature (5-7 days)
• Do not refrigerate (loses flavor)
• Frozen: whole for sauces
• Dried: in the oven