‘Whippersnapper’ Cherry Tomato, organic seeds(Solanum lycopersicum)

Name: ‘Whippersnapper’ Cherry Tomato, organic seeds ( Solanum lycopersicum )
Brand: Gaia
SKU: GAI-SEMENCES
Price: 4.99 CAD
Availability: InStock

Product code : GAIAS-0067

Whippersnapper is an early, indeterminate, open-pollinated organic cherry tomato. Gaia describes red, pear-shaped fruit that is sweet, tangy, and juicy. The tumbling habit suits containers, and the variety can grow under lights in a one-gallon pot during winter. Maturity is listed at 52 to 70 days, height at 4 to 6 feet, and spread at 18 to 24 inches. The packet contains approximately 25 organic seeds certified by Ecocert Canada, lot GOGOG704, with reported germination above 85%. Whippersnapper is an open-pollinated organic cherry tomato with indeterminate growth. Gaia describes red, pear-shaped fruit that is sweet, tangy, and juicy. The tumbling habit suits containers and keeps clusters within easy harvesting reach.

‘Whippersnapper’ Cherry Tomato, organic seeds (Solanum lycopersicum) This early open-pollinated variety produces red, pear-shaped cherry tomatoes that Gaia describes as sweet, tangy, and juicy. Its tumbling habit lets clusters cascade around a container or support. The plant remains indeterminate, however, and Gaia recommends staking. The variety can also grow under lights in a one-gallon pot during winter when it receives sufficient light and the small volume of potting mix is monitored closely for moisture. The organic seeds are certified by Ecocert Canada. Regular picking keeps the cascading clusters manageable and easy to inspect.

Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before transplanting, approximately 1/8 to 1/4 inch deep. Gaia lists germination in 5 to 10 days from 10 to 35°C, with an optimum of 23 to 29°C. Provide bright light immediately after emergence. During hardening off, reduce watering and nitrogen gradually without allowing plants to wilt. Transplant after frost risk has passed into warm, fertile, well-drained soil with 24 to 36 inches of spacing. Install a stake or support that accommodates the tumbling habit without crushing stems. Water at soil level after transplanting.

Gaia lists approximately 52 to 70 days to maturity, a height of 4 to 6 feet, and a spread of 18 to 24 inches. Fruit is classified as S/P. Harvest after tomatoes are red, fully ripe, and have expressed their complete colour. Fruit that has begun turning red can finish ripening off the vine above 21°C. The packet contains approximately 25 organic seeds, lot GOGOG704, with reported germination above 85%. Store whole fruit from 12 to 21°C at approximately 95% relative humidity as listed by Gaia. Refrigerate cut portions promptly after serving.

Uses in the garden

Grow Whippersnapper in full sun in a fertile, well-drained plot, or place it in a container where stems can tumble without touching the soil. Preserve 24 to 36 inches between plants and install a support suited to indeterminate growth. Water deeply at soil level and mulch after the soil warms. Keep easy access around the plant for harvesting red cherry tomatoes regularly. Label the support Whippersnapper and lot GOGOG704. Whippersnapper is an open-pollinated organic cherry tomato with indeterminate growth. Gaia describes red, pear-shaped fruit that is sweet, tangy, and juicy. The tumbling habit suits containers and keeps clusters within easy harvesting reach. Gaia notes that the variety can grow under lights in a one-gallon pot during winter. This winter option requires sufficient lighting and attentive watering in the small container. The variety is early season and the source lists approximately 52 to 70 days to maturity. Gaia classifies fruit as S/P and the plant remains indeterminate despite its tumbling habit. Listed height is 4 to 6 feet and spread is 18 to 24 inches. Lot GOGOG704 contains approximately 25 organic seeds with reported germination above 85%. The organic seeds are certified by Ecocert Canada.

01 How many Whippersnapper tomato seeds are in the packet?

The Gaia packet contains approximately 25 organic Whippersnapper tomato seeds certified by Ecocert Canada. Lot GOGOG704 reports germination above 85%. Gaia identifies this garden crop as annual, open-pollinated, and indeterminate. Because the quantity is approximate, a small variation may occur. Allow 24 to 36 inches and a support suited to the tumbling habit for every plant retained. Keep the packet with seedlings so the cultivar, organic status, and lot number remain correctly identified. Whippersnapper is an open-pollinated organic cherry tomato with indeterminate growth. Gaia describes red, pear-shaped fruit that is sweet, tangy, and juicy. The tumbling habit suits containers and keeps clusters within easy harvesting reach.

02 How should Whippersnapper tomato seeds be started?

Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before transplanting, approximately 1/8 to 1/4 inch deep in clean, moist seed-starting mix. Gaia lists germination in 5 to 10 days from 10 to 35°C, with an optimum of 23 to 29°C. Keep the mix moist without standing water and provide bright light immediately after emergence. Harden plants off by gradually reducing water and nitrogen without allowing wilt, then transplant after frost risk has passed with 24 to 36 inches of spacing and a support. Whippersnapper is an open-pollinated organic cherry tomato with indeterminate growth. Gaia describes red, pear-shaped fruit that is sweet, tangy, and juicy.

03 Can Whippersnapper be grown in a pot during winter?

Yes. Gaia notes that Whippersnapper can grow under lights in a one-gallon pot during winter. Use a container with drainage holes, well-drained potting mix, and sufficiently strong horticultural lighting. Check moisture often because this small volume dries quickly, but do not leave the pot standing in water. Fertilize lightly according to growth and install a light support for the tumbling habit. The plant remains indeterminate, so prune only as needed for space and harvest red fruit regularly. Whippersnapper is an open-pollinated organic cherry tomato with indeterminate growth. Gaia describes red, pear-shaped fruit that is sweet, tangy, and juicy. The tumbling habit suits containers and keeps clusters within easy harvesting reach.

04 What habit and support should be expected for Whippersnapper?

Whippersnapper has a tumbling habit, but Gaia also identifies it as indeterminate and recommends staking. Listed height is 4 to 6 feet and spread is 18 to 24 inches. In an elevated container, let stems cascade without touching the soil and guide them with a light support. In the garden, install a stake or cage at transplanting. Allow 24 to 36 inches between plants and harvest small red tomatoes regularly to reduce the load on stems. Whippersnapper is an open-pollinated organic cherry tomato with indeterminate growth. Gaia describes red, pear-shaped fruit that is sweet, tangy, and juicy. The tumbling habit suits containers and keeps clusters within easy harvesting reach.

05 When should Whippersnapper tomatoes be harvested?

Harvest after fruit is red, fully ripe, and has expressed its complete colour. Gaia lists 52 to 70 days to maturity. Fruit that has begun turning red can finish ripening off the vine above 21°C. Harvest regularly to reduce the load on tumbling stems and maintain production. Store whole tomatoes from 12 to 21°C at approximately 95% relative humidity as listed by Gaia and refrigerate cut portions promptly. Whippersnapper is an open-pollinated organic cherry tomato with indeterminate growth. Gaia describes red, pear-shaped fruit that is sweet, tangy, and juicy. The tumbling habit suits containers and keeps clusters within easy harvesting reach.