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Tomate de Arbol | Tree Tomato | Tamarillo Everglades Farm
  • Tomate de Arbol | Tree Tomato | Tamarillo Everglades Farm
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Tomate de Arbol | Tree Tomato | Tamarillo

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Description

Meet the Tomate de Arbol, also known as the Tree Tomato or Tamarillo, a vibrant and nutritious fruit native to the Andean highlands of South America. This versatile fruit is not only a delight to taste but also packed with numerous health benefits.

Key Features:

  • Nutritional Profile: Rich in vitamins A and C, iron, and dietary fiber, making it an excellent addition to a healthy diet.

  • Culinary Uses: Enjoy it as a sweet and tangy juice, blend into a spicy salsa, or use in chutneys and desserts.

  • Appearance: The fruit is egg-shaped, ranging in color from yellow to red and purple, with a firm texture and a sweet-tart taste.

  • Health Benefits: Supports heart health, aids in blood sugar regulation, and offers antioxidant properties that may help prevent certain cancers.
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Special considerations

Frost tender; protect seedlings and young plants from frost. Shallow roots make it susceptible to wind damage
Growing and Care Instructions

Requires well-drained acidic soil, protection from strong winds, and annual pruning. Self-fertile but benefits from cross-pollination
Fertilizing

Moderate applications of balanced fertilizer during the growing season. Avoid overfertilizing
Watering

Regular watering is necessary, ensuring the top inch of soil dries out between waterings. Protect from drought stress
Light Requirements

Full sun to partial shade depending on climate; prefers at least half a day of direct sunlight in cooler regions
Zone 9-11

9-11 Container / 9-11 Outdoors
(Approximately 25°F (-4°C))

Type:

Evergreen shrub or small tree

Lifespan:

Typically 5 to 12 years

Growth:

Fast-growing

Max Height:

6 to 10 feet

Max Width:

Approximately 3 to 5 feet