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The **Pinocchio tomato** is a delightful cherry tomato variety known for its compact size and sweet flavor. Here's an overview:
### Description
- **Type**: Dwarf cherry tomato.
- **Plant Size**: Grows to about 10-12 inches tall, making it ideal for small spaces, containers, or indoor gardening.
- **Fruit**: Produces small, round, bright red tomatoes.
- **Flavor**: Sweet, slightly tangy, and full of flavor.
### Characteristics
- **Days to Harvest**: Around 60-65 days from transplanting.
- **Growth Habit**: Determinate, meaning it grows to a fixed height and produces fruit within a set time frame.
- **Use**: Perfect for snacking, salads, and garnishes. Its compact size also makes it an attractive ornamental edible.
### How to Grow Micro Tomatoes
1. **Growing Medium and Containers:**
- Use a **6–8 inch (15–20 cm)** pot with good drainage holes. A container with a capacity of 1–3 gallons is ideal.
- Fill with a well-draining potting mix enriched with compost or organic matter.
2. **Light Requirements:**
- Place the pot in a location with **6–8 hours of direct sunlight** daily, such as a sunny windowsill, balcony, or under grow lights indoors.
3. **Watering:**
- Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Micro tomatoes are sensitive to overwatering, so ensure proper drainage.
4. **Fertilization:**
- Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer or a tomato-specific fertilizer every 2–3 weeks once the plant begins flowering.
5. **Pollination (if grown indoors):**
- Gently shake the plant or use a small brush to transfer pollen between flowers to encourage fruit set.
6. **Temperature:**
- Micro tomatoes thrive in temperatures of **65–85°F (18–29°C)**. Protect them from frost and extreme heat.
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### Growing on a Balcony or Windowsill
- **Balcony:**
Position pots to get maximum sunlight, preferably on a south-facing balcony. Shield the plants from strong winds with screens or railings.
- **Windowsill:**
Use a bright, south- or west-facing window. If light is insufficient, supplement with grow lights for 12–16 hours daily.
### Advantages of Growing Micro Tomatoes
- Their small size makes them ideal for urban gardening.
- They are easy to maintain and produce a high yield for their size.
- Perfect for fresh use, with flavors that elevate many dishes.