Name: Tamarillo Tree Tomato
SKU: FRUIT0001-TTT
Availability: InStock

Tamarillo Tree Tomato

R198.00

Tamarillo Tree Tomato.

Please note:

All weights and sizes are based on average plant sizes for this size planter. Weights displayed on the website is based on the higher of actual weight OR volumetric weight ((height x width x length)/4000).

Every plant grows differently and it is not possible to give an absolute size indication.

Description

🌿 Tamarillo (Tree Tomato)

Tamarillo (Tree Tomato) Bold, exotic, and packed with flavour—the Tamarillo is your gateway to edible elegance. This small fruit tree, native to South America, flourishes in South African gardens, offering vibrant, egg-shaped fruits with a tangy-sweet taste reminiscent of tomatoes, passionfruit, and guava.

🍅 Fruit: Ripe to reddish-orange or deep burgundy, with soft, seed-filled flesh perfect for jams, desserts, and salsas
🌳 Growth Habit: Fast-growing shrub to small tree, reaching 2–3m in ideal conditions
☀️ Sun & Soil: Prefers full sun, well-draining soil, and protection from harsh frost
🐝 Attracts: Pollinators love the fragrant blooms
🧑‍🌾 Care Tip: Regular pruning improves fruit yield and shape; mulch for root protection in winter