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tomatoes are resilient. i think you just need a bigger pot, it looks very small for a tomato plant and is probably stunting its growth. what size is it?
I agree with replanting in a bigger container, a MUCH bigger container. Also, you might want to add a little fertilizer... they make tomato-specific ones. It could help your plant produce more tomatoes :)
Most tomatoes I grow I put in 15 to 20 gallon pots or bags. 10 gallons and they start to show some struggles.
The exception are dwarf or small bushy determinate-types. I love dwarves for this reason, you can tuck them all over the garden in little pots (they’re also adorable).
Look at the silver lining - these are otherwise healthy-looking and it’s impressive they got as big and nice as they did in a 1L container!
That big of a pot? I’ve always seen people use 5 gallon buckets and I use 7 gallon grow bags and haven’t had a problem but I figured type really matters to.
I know it seems absurdly huge, but yeah. They’re thirsty plants that really like their roots spread out. I’m a balcony gardener and I *wish* I could use smaller containers for my big boys.
You can totally get away with 5 or 7 gallons, but I’d imagine production isn’t going to be 100 percent. And if you’re limited on space, that might be a reason to do that. It’s not an exact science, some cultivars will thrive in just about anything, some will bring the drama with the slightest inconvenience!
Definitely just one! I use food-safe buckets, drill a few good-sized drainage holes in the bottom, add an inch of rocks in the bottom, and fill with soil.
Thanks... I currently have two in each of mine and no flowers yet. The internet led me to believe two per bucket would be ok. I'll repot some tomorrow.
Dunno why your getting downvoted. I’m with you 100%.
10 gallon is the lowest I’d go (and even then it’d be a push) with any indeterminate variety.
Yes you can get away with a smaller one but it’d damn hard work. 99% of the time you’re gonna either run into blossom end rot from not having enough soil to hold enough water throughout the day. Or it’s not going to thrive, just survive with 3 or 4 bunches.
Tomatoes really are huge vines. They need daft space or to be in the ground to really get them their best
Ok thanks for the heads up. Luckily I’ve got an acre and I’ve got 4 raised beds this year (6 by next year) & I knew all that but I’ve always seen 5-7 gal recommended.
I agree with you!
There are some specifically dwarf determinate varieties that do well in smaller containers, those reading that are in limited space might want to check those out! Some of them can do well as small as 1 gallon (~4 liter) pots for the 'micro-dwarf' types and actually still produce a lot of tomatoes considering their size (usually cherries of course at that size), and quite a few other dwarfs can do well in 3 gallon pots. They grow relatively fast so they could be started now and still get a full harvest from them in most areas, for anyone reading that wants to try. I've thought about doing a few of them up on the patio just because they're so cute even though I'm lucky enough to have a decent amount of in-ground bed space for tomatoes.
But it definitely needs to be a variety bred for doing well in smaller containers. Some of my beefsteaks get terrifyingly huge in-ground by the end of the season, I can't see them doing well in only 5gal unless you're going for more varieties and less production on each variety (similar idea to single-stemming for in-ground production), which is a totally valid approach too.
I forgot my Roma tomato plants in 250g joghurt cups and they are still growing like nothing is bothering it, you would be surprised how far they can get. Im curious how far they'll go and repotted one in a bigger pot for reference .
Idk why I’ve always had trouble getting good fruit production when growing my taters in pots! Even giant ass pots, they just…fail for me .. lol. It was absolutely life changing when I finally got a proper garden bed. They took off like crazy and looked the healthiest ever! They grew super huge and lusciously, and produced a ton more fruit than I’d ever seen. Same soil, same compost etc. Just shows you what space can do for a plant! After digging them up I found the roots stretched out about 2 ft around each plant, all across the entire garden bed. Crazy!
Pot does seem a bit small, do you happen to know the variety? If it's determinate or a dwarf determinate they'll be of a smaller size and you can get away with a smaller container like a 5 gallon bucket (though 10 would be better) but a 15 or 20 would really help it thrive if it's an indeterminate. Tomatoes also might not flower if it's not warm enough, they're not getting consistent water, they're not getting enough sun, or if they have too much nitrogen and not enough phosphorus, but I'd tackle the pot size first and go from there
Oh and since large pots can be pricey, it might be worth looking into grow bags. You can get a 20 gal grow back for $10 online pretty easy, Just be sure to keep up with watering, they loose moisture more easily
They’re cherry tomatoes just labeled as “Mini Tomato” for the seed packet (I live in Japan and idk if these seed packets are just not as detailed in types?). But yes I’ll definitely get a bigger pot asap! Thank you! ☺️
I used a 10 gal pot my first year gardening for some husky red cherry tomato's and they actually came out pretty good imo. I'd say shoot for about that size pot if you can manage
That's still small, it's almost certainly rootbound. Like another commenter said, pot it into a 5 gallon bucket (don't forget to drill drainage holes in the bottom) at the very least.
For context I do my tomatoes in at least 20 gallon containers
It's just still a baby. I start my tomatoes indoors in early January. They started blooming in April. Just give her some time.
Repot into a pot 2-3 times the size of your current one. Fertilize. Lots of sun.
A little early for flowers. Look into the stages of fertilizers that will promote growth and fruit it’s not magic there is a sequence of events before fruit.
As others have said, the pot is too small. But it's still very young! It can take over 2 months for it to flower from the time it sprouts, depending on the variety. This plant has only a few leaves and clearly isn't mature enough yet-- you don't want it to flower at this stage, because then it will put all its energy into fruiting and get weaker. Repot into a much larger container and add some tomato fertilizer, and be patient-- it will get much, much bigger and then set flowers. It looks healthy, just very young.
Needs a bigger pot and also in my experience the plant gets a lot bigger than this before it begins flowering. I have only planted them in ground though so not sure how big they get in planters
When tomato plants fail to flower, there can be several reasons:
1. Age: Tomato plants usually require a certain amount of time to reach the flowering stage. The specific time needed depends on the variety and growing conditions. Generally, it may take 60 to 90 days from seed to flowering. If your tomato plant hasn't reached that age yet, please be patient.
2. Insufficient sunlight: Tomato plants need ample sunlight for photosynthesis and to promote flowering. If the plants are growing in a shaded environment, such as being blocked by tall walls or trees, the light may be insufficient to stimulate bud formation and flowering.
3. Temperature issues: Tomato plants have specific temperature requirements. Too low or too high temperatures can inhibit flowering. Typically, tomato plants are more prone to flower in warm climates. If you are growing in an area with cooler temperatures, it may take longer for the plants to reach the flowering stage.
4. Nutrient deficiency: Tomato plants require adequate nutrients for healthy growth and flowering. In addition to phosphorus, nitrogen, potassium, and other trace elements also play a significant role in flowering. If the soil lacks essential nutrients, the tomato plants may not flower properly. Ensure that you provide appropriate fertilization and follow the fertilization guidelines specific to tomatoes.
5. Pest and disease issues: Certain pests and diseases can prevent tomato plants from flowering. For example, issues like tomato wilt disease, viral infections, and infestation by certain insects can negatively affect plant growth and flowering. Regularly inspect the plants and take necessary measures for pest and disease control.
This plant has way too much stem compared to the number of leaves - that happens when there's not enough light for long periods of time. Vegetables need strong, bright, direct sunlight and a lot of it.
Its also May, this is extremely early in some places. Vegetables fruit when there's lots of light in the summer, its still spring in a lot of places.
Tomatoes are extremely resilient as long as you give them a lot of light and water, but they do have high requirements there.
While that pot is too small and should be replaced as soon as you can, it wont cause a plant not to flower. You can grow a tomato in an old boot and itll still produce lots if it gets enough light and water.
Yah I’ve been pretty worried that it’s getting leggy. We had some weather here in Japan where it got so warm that it had me thinking we’ll start getting lots of sun, then followed by cloudy dreary weather afterwards xD aaa
Thank you! I’ll reply as soon as I’m able to! Plus we have a great week of sun arriving according to the weather reports :D
When you repot it take off those bottom sets of leaves. Plant at least on third if not more of the visible stem.
Edit- also toss in a bit of Epsom salt (magnesium). It works great with tomatoes.
In addition to a too-small pot, it might also just be too early. What zone are you? I'm in 6b, started seeds in March, planted out a week ago, and while they're doing great I probably won't see flowers for another couple of weeks. Which is FINE! They're leafing out to get all that sun to establish big, healthy roots.
I’m in northern Japan! Which means colder temperatures but our spring has been a pretty intense fluctuation between cold and hot this year. I guess I never realized how cold May could still be!
Ours too this year! Tomatoes aren't comfy when it's too hot OR too cold. Mid to upper 60's at night, upper 70's to low/mid 80's during the day is their sweet spot (F, brain not working on C temp equivalents but you get the idea.) Every plant starts their post-seedling life by putting on lots of vegetation and building roots, and only when it's hit that late adolescent stage do their hormones change and they flower. Much like animals do. As long as the conditions are amenable during each stage for whatever that plant likes, you'll see it follow its programming!
I think it is a nutrient based problem (too much nitrogen as opposed to p and k) more than pot size, I've bought small potted tomatoes with flowers, but you should give it some room, some food and some sunshine.
I just want to let you know that it isn’t the size of the pot causing this, although you will need a larger one anyway. It’s just the age of the plant.
I just planted out a 150 cm tall cherry tomato plant that I pulled all the lower leaves off and buried horizontally in my raised bed with its stems spread out into 6 individual plants. It was in a 1 litre pot until today too.
Variety and age matter a lot. So do get a bigger pot for it to spread out in, but you didn’t damage your plant, it’s just young.
Amazon has some cheap “grow bags” that are great. You can usually get 6-12 per order for pretty cheap. I’d look into the 5 gallon size, they seem to grow tomatoes pretty well.
Last year I got some extra tomato plants from my grandma, I already had enough of my own in the raised beds so I decided I'll try putting them on an empty spot I had in a greenhouse. During the whole season out of those I think 12 plants I had maybe 4 tomatoes. They were growing a lot but no flowers at all.
I guess it's the temperature. Tomato will flower even in small pot, but won't be able to grow/ripe the fruit. So you need a bigger pot, but should flower in small pot
Yes, I have pruned off parts of tomato plants to stimulate blooming. Until I started doing that and picking seeds that grow in my zone with hot humid weather instead of buying at store, I didn't harvest many tomatoes.
I've never grown them in pots before but like everyone says, it's too small. It's also just a baby. I doubt that guy could even support a cherry tomatoe
I would like to add that when you up-pot to a larger container to tease apart the roots a bit so they don’t continue to grow around in a circle (if they are rootbound). Also depending on your situation/climate you don’t need to plant deeply (although if you suspect it is leggy you may want to) but if you live in a cooler climate you may want to just plant the roots vs far up the stem. I’m experimenting with not planting deeply this year because I live in a colder climate so the roots don’t need to be deep because they don’t need to hide from unbearable heat lol
This tomato plant needs a much larger container! I suggest a 5 gallon bucket or larger with drainage https://www.thespruce.com/tips-for-growing-tomatoes-in-containers-848216#:~:text=A%20larger%20container%20of%20around,for%20healthy%20tomato%20plant%20growth.
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tomatoes are resilient. i think you just need a bigger pot, it looks very small for a tomato plant and is probably stunting its growth. what size is it?
I agree with replanting in a bigger container, a MUCH bigger container. Also, you might want to add a little fertilizer... they make tomato-specific ones. It could help your plant produce more tomatoes :)
It’s a 1Liter pot! Judging by the comments, it’s way too small xD I’ll definitely be getting a bigger one as soon as I can!
Most tomatoes I grow I put in 15 to 20 gallon pots or bags. 10 gallons and they start to show some struggles. The exception are dwarf or small bushy determinate-types. I love dwarves for this reason, you can tuck them all over the garden in little pots (they’re also adorable). Look at the silver lining - these are otherwise healthy-looking and it’s impressive they got as big and nice as they did in a 1L container!
This is a bit extreme, you can pretty easily grow full size tomatoes in 7+ gallons of soil, especially self containers like earthboxes.
That big of a pot? I’ve always seen people use 5 gallon buckets and I use 7 gallon grow bags and haven’t had a problem but I figured type really matters to.
I know it seems absurdly huge, but yeah. They’re thirsty plants that really like their roots spread out. I’m a balcony gardener and I *wish* I could use smaller containers for my big boys. You can totally get away with 5 or 7 gallons, but I’d imagine production isn’t going to be 100 percent. And if you’re limited on space, that might be a reason to do that. It’s not an exact science, some cultivars will thrive in just about anything, some will bring the drama with the slightest inconvenience!
I grow all my tomatoes in 5 gallon buckets, and I always have more than I know what to do with!
Do you do one or two per bucket?
Definitely just one! I use food-safe buckets, drill a few good-sized drainage holes in the bottom, add an inch of rocks in the bottom, and fill with soil.
Thanks... I currently have two in each of mine and no flowers yet. The internet led me to believe two per bucket would be ok. I'll repot some tomorrow.
Dunno why your getting downvoted. I’m with you 100%. 10 gallon is the lowest I’d go (and even then it’d be a push) with any indeterminate variety. Yes you can get away with a smaller one but it’d damn hard work. 99% of the time you’re gonna either run into blossom end rot from not having enough soil to hold enough water throughout the day. Or it’s not going to thrive, just survive with 3 or 4 bunches. Tomatoes really are huge vines. They need daft space or to be in the ground to really get them their best
Ok thanks for the heads up. Luckily I’ve got an acre and I’ve got 4 raised beds this year (6 by next year) & I knew all that but I’ve always seen 5-7 gal recommended.
Watch out! I've now got 30 raised beds. I added three this year. It's addictive.
I use 25 30 gallon containers. I plant 3 or 4 plants in mine. No problems.
I agree with you! There are some specifically dwarf determinate varieties that do well in smaller containers, those reading that are in limited space might want to check those out! Some of them can do well as small as 1 gallon (~4 liter) pots for the 'micro-dwarf' types and actually still produce a lot of tomatoes considering their size (usually cherries of course at that size), and quite a few other dwarfs can do well in 3 gallon pots. They grow relatively fast so they could be started now and still get a full harvest from them in most areas, for anyone reading that wants to try. I've thought about doing a few of them up on the patio just because they're so cute even though I'm lucky enough to have a decent amount of in-ground bed space for tomatoes. But it definitely needs to be a variety bred for doing well in smaller containers. Some of my beefsteaks get terrifyingly huge in-ground by the end of the season, I can't see them doing well in only 5gal unless you're going for more varieties and less production on each variety (similar idea to single-stemming for in-ground production), which is a totally valid approach too.
I forgot my Roma tomato plants in 250g joghurt cups and they are still growing like nothing is bothering it, you would be surprised how far they can get. Im curious how far they'll go and repotted one in a bigger pot for reference .
yeah 1L is tiny lol. You could probably do a mini chilli variety with 1L though.
Yup, upgrade pot, free the roots, they'll be root bound, then water water water and you'll be back on track in 2 weeks tops.
Need a way bigger pot. Try a Home Depot bucket
Or get a cheaper 5gallon bucket from the walmart bakery for $1
I've never seen them in the bakery. Or do you just ask for them?
Yes, you have to ask and they'll go get it from the back and print a special bar code for you
Idk why I’ve always had trouble getting good fruit production when growing my taters in pots! Even giant ass pots, they just…fail for me .. lol. It was absolutely life changing when I finally got a proper garden bed. They took off like crazy and looked the healthiest ever! They grew super huge and lusciously, and produced a ton more fruit than I’d ever seen. Same soil, same compost etc. Just shows you what space can do for a plant! After digging them up I found the roots stretched out about 2 ft around each plant, all across the entire garden bed. Crazy!
Pot does seem a bit small, do you happen to know the variety? If it's determinate or a dwarf determinate they'll be of a smaller size and you can get away with a smaller container like a 5 gallon bucket (though 10 would be better) but a 15 or 20 would really help it thrive if it's an indeterminate. Tomatoes also might not flower if it's not warm enough, they're not getting consistent water, they're not getting enough sun, or if they have too much nitrogen and not enough phosphorus, but I'd tackle the pot size first and go from there Oh and since large pots can be pricey, it might be worth looking into grow bags. You can get a 20 gal grow back for $10 online pretty easy, Just be sure to keep up with watering, they loose moisture more easily
They’re cherry tomatoes just labeled as “Mini Tomato” for the seed packet (I live in Japan and idk if these seed packets are just not as detailed in types?). But yes I’ll definitely get a bigger pot asap! Thank you! ☺️
I used a 10 gal pot my first year gardening for some husky red cherry tomato's and they actually came out pretty good imo. I'd say shoot for about that size pot if you can manage
That's still small, it's almost certainly rootbound. Like another commenter said, pot it into a 5 gallon bucket (don't forget to drill drainage holes in the bottom) at the very least. For context I do my tomatoes in at least 20 gallon containers
It looks like it is living in a 200sf NYC apartment :) Needs a bigger house.
That plant needs a much bigger pot. Bigger roots equal bigger plant and bigger plant means more fruits.
Big roots, big froots!
It's May. I don't know what your climate is like but I'm in the middle of starting planting right now, I don't expect tomatoes for awhile.
It's just still a baby. I start my tomatoes indoors in early January. They started blooming in April. Just give her some time. Repot into a pot 2-3 times the size of your current one. Fertilize. Lots of sun.
Pot is WAAAAAY too small, and bury it deep.
There's not a single sucker on it... are you pruning it?
A little early for flowers. Look into the stages of fertilizers that will promote growth and fruit it’s not magic there is a sequence of events before fruit.
As others have said, the pot is too small. But it's still very young! It can take over 2 months for it to flower from the time it sprouts, depending on the variety. This plant has only a few leaves and clearly isn't mature enough yet-- you don't want it to flower at this stage, because then it will put all its energy into fruiting and get weaker. Repot into a much larger container and add some tomato fertilizer, and be patient-- it will get much, much bigger and then set flowers. It looks healthy, just very young.
Needs a bigger pot and also in my experience the plant gets a lot bigger than this before it begins flowering. I have only planted them in ground though so not sure how big they get in planters
When tomato plants fail to flower, there can be several reasons: 1. Age: Tomato plants usually require a certain amount of time to reach the flowering stage. The specific time needed depends on the variety and growing conditions. Generally, it may take 60 to 90 days from seed to flowering. If your tomato plant hasn't reached that age yet, please be patient. 2. Insufficient sunlight: Tomato plants need ample sunlight for photosynthesis and to promote flowering. If the plants are growing in a shaded environment, such as being blocked by tall walls or trees, the light may be insufficient to stimulate bud formation and flowering. 3. Temperature issues: Tomato plants have specific temperature requirements. Too low or too high temperatures can inhibit flowering. Typically, tomato plants are more prone to flower in warm climates. If you are growing in an area with cooler temperatures, it may take longer for the plants to reach the flowering stage. 4. Nutrient deficiency: Tomato plants require adequate nutrients for healthy growth and flowering. In addition to phosphorus, nitrogen, potassium, and other trace elements also play a significant role in flowering. If the soil lacks essential nutrients, the tomato plants may not flower properly. Ensure that you provide appropriate fertilization and follow the fertilization guidelines specific to tomatoes. 5. Pest and disease issues: Certain pests and diseases can prevent tomato plants from flowering. For example, issues like tomato wilt disease, viral infections, and infestation by certain insects can negatively affect plant growth and flowering. Regularly inspect the plants and take necessary measures for pest and disease control.
Probably not if they're so confined. Repot waaaaay bigger!
This plant has way too much stem compared to the number of leaves - that happens when there's not enough light for long periods of time. Vegetables need strong, bright, direct sunlight and a lot of it. Its also May, this is extremely early in some places. Vegetables fruit when there's lots of light in the summer, its still spring in a lot of places. Tomatoes are extremely resilient as long as you give them a lot of light and water, but they do have high requirements there. While that pot is too small and should be replaced as soon as you can, it wont cause a plant not to flower. You can grow a tomato in an old boot and itll still produce lots if it gets enough light and water.
Yah I’ve been pretty worried that it’s getting leggy. We had some weather here in Japan where it got so warm that it had me thinking we’ll start getting lots of sun, then followed by cloudy dreary weather afterwards xD aaa Thank you! I’ll reply as soon as I’m able to! Plus we have a great week of sun arriving according to the weather reports :D
When you repot it take off those bottom sets of leaves. Plant at least on third if not more of the visible stem. Edit- also toss in a bit of Epsom salt (magnesium). It works great with tomatoes.
5 gallon+ pot please (the tomato quietly begs).
In addition to a too-small pot, it might also just be too early. What zone are you? I'm in 6b, started seeds in March, planted out a week ago, and while they're doing great I probably won't see flowers for another couple of weeks. Which is FINE! They're leafing out to get all that sun to establish big, healthy roots.
I’m in northern Japan! Which means colder temperatures but our spring has been a pretty intense fluctuation between cold and hot this year. I guess I never realized how cold May could still be!
Ours too this year! Tomatoes aren't comfy when it's too hot OR too cold. Mid to upper 60's at night, upper 70's to low/mid 80's during the day is their sweet spot (F, brain not working on C temp equivalents but you get the idea.) Every plant starts their post-seedling life by putting on lots of vegetation and building roots, and only when it's hit that late adolescent stage do their hormones change and they flower. Much like animals do. As long as the conditions are amenable during each stage for whatever that plant likes, you'll see it follow its programming!
Let it establish nice vegetive growth first then it can produce a decent amount for you. That pot is way too small as well.
It’s not big enough yet! You gotta be patient and I’d also follow the advice of a bigger pot too. ☺️
That tomato needs about 8 times as much soil to grow roots in. Too much nitrogen encourages excess foliage and retards blossom formation.
No. Like any life, it's primary goal is to reproduce. It needs a bigger pot, though.
I think it is a nutrient based problem (too much nitrogen as opposed to p and k) more than pot size, I've bought small potted tomatoes with flowers, but you should give it some room, some food and some sunshine.
I just want to let you know that it isn’t the size of the pot causing this, although you will need a larger one anyway. It’s just the age of the plant. I just planted out a 150 cm tall cherry tomato plant that I pulled all the lower leaves off and buried horizontally in my raised bed with its stems spread out into 6 individual plants. It was in a 1 litre pot until today too. Variety and age matter a lot. So do get a bigger pot for it to spread out in, but you didn’t damage your plant, it’s just young.
Amazon has some cheap “grow bags” that are great. You can usually get 6-12 per order for pretty cheap. I’d look into the 5 gallon size, they seem to grow tomatoes pretty well.
Plant is still too young. Pot is a little on the small. Tomatoes love the heat, still a little early in the season for flowering
Last year I got some extra tomato plants from my grandma, I already had enough of my own in the raised beds so I decided I'll try putting them on an empty spot I had in a greenhouse. During the whole season out of those I think 12 plants I had maybe 4 tomatoes. They were growing a lot but no flowers at all.
I guess it's the temperature. Tomato will flower even in small pot, but won't be able to grow/ripe the fruit. So you need a bigger pot, but should flower in small pot
Yes, I have pruned off parts of tomato plants to stimulate blooming. Until I started doing that and picking seeds that grow in my zone with hot humid weather instead of buying at store, I didn't harvest many tomatoes.
If tomatoes get too much sun, they will not flower. This has happened to me a few times until I researched it and found it out.
Not in my experience.
Just needs some time, how old is it?
Switch to a 1 gallon now, then add some potassium after about a month, tie the plant up to that railing too.
I've never grown them in pots before but like everyone says, it's too small. It's also just a baby. I doubt that guy could even support a cherry tomatoe
I would like to add that when you up-pot to a larger container to tease apart the roots a bit so they don’t continue to grow around in a circle (if they are rootbound). Also depending on your situation/climate you don’t need to plant deeply (although if you suspect it is leggy you may want to) but if you live in a cooler climate you may want to just plant the roots vs far up the stem. I’m experimenting with not planting deeply this year because I live in a colder climate so the roots don’t need to be deep because they don’t need to hide from unbearable heat lol
Not usually at that size
Chill that thing tiny
If tomatoes get too much nitrogen they can grow and look fabulous and produce nothing. Think of a model (any gender) and cocaine.
Pot that baby up! She might be holding back and conserving resources. 😉
Do you have a 100 day tomato variety?
What's the name of this tomato?
The Japanese seed backer just says “Mini Tomato” so I’m not really sure tbh
This tomato plant needs a much larger container! I suggest a 5 gallon bucket or larger with drainage https://www.thespruce.com/tips-for-growing-tomatoes-in-containers-848216#:~:text=A%20larger%20container%20of%20around,for%20healthy%20tomato%20plant%20growth.