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White Currant Tomatoes stacked in a white bowl with coins to show size on a white background.
White Currant Tomato with tomato jam on bread on light blue background.
A plate with toast and White Currant Tomato jam with tomatoes and dill.
White Currant Tomatoes still on the vine in a fluted bowl on a scalloped light green plate.
Close-up view of sweet White Currant Tomato Jam with some on toast displayed on wood cutting board.
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White Currant

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Description

(Solanum lycopersicum). The super-sweet fruit has the highest sugar content of any tomato we know, about twice as sweet as many standard tomatoes. A favorite variety in our own garden! The fruit is tiny, barely an inch across, and creamy colored, with skins having a yellow tint. The candy-sweet fruit has superb flavor. The fruit grows in clusters, and the yield is huge! We have more than we can pick, right up to frost. Large vining plants. A perfect cherry for home and market gardeners. A wild type.

Growing Tips: White Currant tomatoes are indeterminate, meaning they continue to grow and produce fruit throughout the season. This variety grows best in full sun and nutrient-rich, deep soil. In cooler climates, using a heat mat helps to warm the soil and speed up germination.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Solanum pimpinellifolium
Life Cycle
Annual
Growth Habit
Indeterminate
Sun Requirement
6–8 hr.
Days to Germinate
7–14
Days to Maturity
65–70
Planting Depth
⅛ in.
Plant Spacing
24 in.
Ideal Temperature
75–95°F
Frost Hardy
No

When to Grow

Begin seeds indoors 6-10 weeks before the last frost. Transplant outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil temperatures have warmed to at least 60 F. These tomatoes will mature in about 65-70 days from transplanting, if grown under ideal conditions. If you’re not sure how to find your first and last frost dates, consult our blog post "Our Experts Answer Questions, Share Resources."

How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds about 1/8 inch deep in seed trays with warm soil. Once seedlings have true leaves, space plants approximately 24 inches apart in the garden for good air circulation and growth​. The best temperature for optimal growth is between 75 F and 95 F.

How to Grow

These tomatoes require regular watering and should be fertilized every 2-3 weeks. They tolerate a variety of growing conditions and are well-suited for both containers and ground planting. Removing suckers and pruning lower leaves helps improve airflow and reduce disease risks, especially as these plants grow quite tall, often reaching up to 6 feet.

How to Save Seeds

  • Most tomatoes are self-pollinating and don't frequently cross; in a garden setting, separating by 25 feet should prevent 99% of cross-pollination. Or you can bag and hand pollinate for 100% purity.
  • On a small scale, seeds may be scooped from the fruits and dried on a paper towel.
  • For larger quantities or cleaner seeds, fermentation for a few days is recommended.
  • Once dry, tomato seed can be stored in a cool, dry, dark place; good seed retains viability for 5 years or more.

FAQ

How long do White Currant tomato plants produce fruit?

White Currant tomatoes are indeterminate. This means that they continue producing fruit until the first frost. You will have a steady harvest from midsummer through early fall, provided they are well-maintained.

Can White Currant tomatoes grow in containers?

Yes, they grow well in large containers with proper support, making them a good fit for small gardens or balconies.

What do White Currant tomatoes taste like?

These tomatoes are sweet with a hint of tartness, perfect for snacking or adding flavor to salads.

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Customer reviews

4.6 / 5 70 Reviews

What gardeners are saying

  • Nonstop production: Plants produce more than most can keep up with, all season.

  • Intense, sweet flavor: Tiny fruits with a rich, candy-sweet tomato punch.

  • Kids love them: Eaten straight off the vine; volunteers come back next year.

  • Tough in any weather: Kept producing through desert heat, cool summers, and first frosts.

  • Heads up: Vines sprawl and sucker; thin skins split and tear at picking.

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