Tomato Pineapple plants
Pineapple tomato plants, a very old variety, produce "beefsteak"-type fruits, up to 1 kg in weight. The yellow skin is marbled with red, and the flesh is very firm, reminiscent of pineapple. Productive, this variety offers fruit until late in the season. Fruits contain few seeds and have a rich, sweet flavor with a slight acidity.
How to grow the Late Variegated Pineapple Tomato?
Plants are transplanted to the ground from mid-May, once the last frosts have passed.
Growing tips for Bigleaf Late Tomato Pineapple
We recommend planting in nutrient-rich soil with good permeability and direct sunlight, keeping a distance of 50 cm on all sides. To encourage growth, it's important to water the plants copiously before planting. Before planting tomatoes in the ground or in pots, we recommend taking them outside for 4 to 7 days to acclimatize them to outdoor conditions.
For more information, consult our guide to transplanting tomato plants.
How to avoid tomato diseases?
To avoid fungal diseases such as downy mildew, we recommend not over-watering and avoiding wetting leaves and flowers. Mulching tomato plants keeps the soil moist. The production of Solanaceae depends on their exposure to heat and light. In cooler climates, it's wiser to grow them under cover and water them regularly, depending on the nature of the soil.
When and how to harvest the Late Variegated Pineapple Tomato?
This late variety is harvested from July to October. Harvest the ripe fruit with a spinet.
What companion plants should I choose for the Tomate bigarrée tardive Ananas?
The Late Variegated Tomato Pineapple will do well with :
- Cabbage ;
- Lettuces ;
- Cucumbers ;
- Tagetes ;
- Basil
And stay away from :
- potatoes ;
- eggplant.
Shipping and delivery of Late Variegated Tomato Pineapple plants
- Orders are dispatched Monday to Thursday.
- Shipment to mainland France only.
- Shipping cartons designed for optimal plant protection.
- Free shipping does not apply to plants.