Shimofuri Dwarf Tomato

Shimofuri is a rare and highly ornamental micro dwarf tomato bred by Applestar, valued for both its beauty and productivity. This unique variety performs well in partial shade—uncommon for tomatoes—making it an excellent choice for patios, balconies, and spaces with limited sun.

Named “Shimo Furi,” meaning “frost-fall” in Japanese, this determinate micro dwarf features striking cream-and-green variegated foliage and a compact, trailing habit ideal for containers and hanging baskets.

Plant Details

Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
Growth habit: Compact and trailing (micro dwarf, determinate)
Sun: Partial sun to full sun
Spacing: 20–30 cm (8–12")
Container friendly: Yes; ideal for small pots and hanging baskets
Support: Not required
Disease resistance: Good resistance to early blight

Fruit and Harvest

Shimofuri produces clusters of small, pointed pink tomatoes with a sweet, tangy flavour and pleasantly meaty texture. Despite its compact size, plants are highly productive, especially in partial sun conditions where many other tomatoes struggle.

Regular harvesting encourages continued fruit production.

Excellent for:

• Fresh eating
• Snacking
• Patio and container harvests
• Ornamental edible displays

Why Buy a Starter Plant?

Micro dwarf tomatoes benefit from an early start. Starting with an established plant provides:

• Earlier harvest compared to direct seeding
• Strong, compact growth for containers
• Reliable performance in small spaces

Grown With Care

Our starter plants are grown without chemical pesticides and gradually hardened for outdoor growing, ensuring healthy plants ready for transplanting once temperatures are consistently warm.

Well suited for: patio gardeners, small-space growing, hanging baskets, and anyone looking to grow a rare, ornamental tomato with excellent performance in partial sun.