Organic 'Blazing Beauty Dwarf' tomato
Organic 'Blazing Beauty Dwarf' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a golden dwarf variety, juicy, aromatic, and a product of the Dwarf Tomato Project
The 'Blazing Beauty Dwarf' tomato is a splendid, compact variety with deep golden-orange fruit , resulting from a cross between Golden Dwarf Champion and Elbe . Developed by the Dwarf Tomato Project and distributed under the OSSI (Open Source Seed Initiative) license, it combines the robustness of modern, open-source genetics with the rich aroma of heirloom varieties.
Its dwarf but vigorous plants—bearing attractive potato leaves known for their disease resistance—produce an abundance of medium to large (L) oblate fruits . Their juicy, sweet, slightly tart, and vibrant flesh is equally suited to thick slices , salads , or dicing for salsa or fresh dishes . Suitable for 3-gallon pots and larger , it is perfect for balconies, patios, and urban 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/carry : Indeterminate, dwarf, robust
Plant height : 90 to 120 cm
Quantity per packet : 25 seeds
Certification : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada
Special features : OSSI hybrid, deep golden bicolor, excellent resistance, ideal for pots
Fruit color : Deep golden orange
Fruit shape : Oblong / oblate
Fruit size/weight : Medium to large (L)
Fruit type : Dwarf slicer
Texture/flesh : Juicy, sweet, slightly tangy
Farming method
Sow indoors 6 to 8 weeks before planting time . Sow seeds 3–6 mm (1/8–1/4") deep in light potting mix at 23–29 °C for germination in 5–10 days . Reduce watering and nitrogen during hardening off to develop a compact, sturdy plant.
Transplant when there is no longer a risk of frost. Space plants 60 to 90 cm (24–36") apart or grow in 3-gallon pots or larger . Provide full sun , regular watering (level 3) , and staking , even if the plant is dwarf, as the fruits are heavy and plentiful.
Harvesting and preservation
Harvest when the fruit is a uniform deep golden orange and yields slightly to pressure. To get a head start, pick as soon as the first blush appears, then let it ripen off the vine at 22°C or higher . Store the fruit between 12–21°C , at 95% relative humidity , to preserve its juiciness.
Usage ideas
• Perfect in thick slices in sandwiches or colorful plates
• Delicious in summer salads , adding sweetness and brightness
• Juicy cubes for salsa, bruschetta or fresh toppings
• Excellent for patio pots , small but extremely productive
The 'Blazing Beauty Dwarf' tomato lives up to its name: a golden beauty, compact, brilliantly flavorful and elegant. An ideal variety for gardeners seeking a premium dwarf tomato that is rich, hardy, and highly decorative.
