🌿 Tamarillo / Tree Tomato (Solanum betaceum) Fruit Tree Seeds
Grow your own unique tropical fruit with Tamarillo, also known as Tree Tomato (Solanum betaceum). This fast-growing small tree produces egg-shaped fruits with a vibrant red, orange, or yellow skin and a tangy-sweet flavor.
Tamarillo is prized for its rich taste, high nutritional value, and ornamental appeal. The attractive foliage and colorful fruits make it a standout addition to gardens, while its quick fruiting habit makes it ideal for home growers looking for fast results.
Key Features:
Fast-growing small fruit tree
Tangy-sweet, nutrient-rich fruits
Produces fruit within 1.52 years
Attractive ornamental foliage
Suitable for gardens and large containers
Thrives in mild, frost-free climates
🌱 Growing Instructions
1. Seed Preparation
Rinse seeds to remove pulp
Air-dry seeds for 12 days before sowing
2. Planting
Sow seeds 0.51 cm deep in well-draining soil
Use a light, compost-rich growing mix
3. Germination
Germination occurs in 24 weeks
Ideal temperature: 2025°C
4. Light & Position
Prefers full sun to partial shade
Shelter from strong winds
5. Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
Requires regular watering, especially in dry periods
6. Transplanting
Transplant when seedlings are 1015 cm tall
Space plants 23 meters apart
7. Growth & Care
Protect from frost and extreme heat
Prune lightly to encourage branching
Fertilize regularly for better fruiting
🌍 Additional Tips
Tamarillo trees are short-lived (510 years) but highly productive
Fruit is best harvested when fully colored and slightly soft
Ideal for subtropical and mild temperate climates
