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Tomato – Pineapple (Heirloom)
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🍅 Tomato – Pineapple (Heirloom)
(Solanum lycopersicum)
NZ prohibited
A true showstopper in both the garden and kitchen, Pineapple Tomato is a stunning heirloom variety prized for its enormous golden-yellow fruits streaked with red. Cut one open and you'll discover a beautiful marbled interior of yellow, orange, and red flesh that makes every slice a work of art.
Renowned for its exceptional flavour, Pineapple combines natural sweetness with a gentle citrus-like tang, creating a rich, fruity taste unlike ordinary tomatoes. The flesh is dense, juicy, and meaty with relatively few seeds, making it perfect for thick slices and fresh summer dishes.
Producing impressive beefsteak-style fruits that can reach 1–2 pounds (450–900g), this vigorous heirloom grows on indeterminate vines that continue fruiting throughout the season. It's a favourite among gardeners seeking outstanding flavour, impressive size, and unforgettable colour.
🌿 Why You'll Love It
- Stunning bi-coloured heirloom tomato
- Large beefsteak fruits with marbled flesh
- Sweet, fruity flavour with a hint of citrus
- Meaty texture with few seeds
- Perfect for slicing, salads, and sandwiches
- Continuous harvest throughout the season
🌱 Growing Tips
- Plant in full sun for best colour and flavour
- Provide sturdy staking or cage support
- Keep soil consistently moist
- Allow fruits to ripen fully on the vine for maximum sweetness
🌱 Plant Details
- Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
- Plant type: Warm-season fruiting vine
- Position: Full sun
- Growth habit: Indeterminate (climbing)
- Fruit size: Typically 450–900g
- Seed type: Heirloom / open‑pollinated
Sowing:
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Sow: Late winter–spring (start indoors)
Depth: 5–6 mm
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Fertile, well‑drained
Germination: 5–10 days - Approx: 50 Seeds
🌱 Pro Tip
For the best flavour and colour development, leave fruits on the vine until the golden skin develops its characteristic red marbling. 🍅🌞
