Leaf: Large, heart shaped, 4 to 13 inches long and 1.5 to 5 inches broad, thin, softly hairy, with conspicuous veins.
Flower: Fragrant 1/2 to 3/4 inch borne in small, loose clusters near the branch tips.

Fruit: Edible, 2 to 4 inches long and 1.5 to 2 inches in width. Skin color varies.



Other Names: Tamarillo, Tree Tomato, Arbol de Tomate

Zone: 9 to 11 (Hardy to 25F)

Growth Rate: Very Fast

Plant Type: , Evergreen or partially deciduous, shrub or small tree
Family: Solanaceae

Native Range: South America

Height: 100 to 20 feet
Spread: 6 to 8 feet

Bloom Time: Late Summer

Bloom Color: Pink or Lavender

Sun: Full Sun to Part Shade
Fall Color: None

Drought Tolerance: Low. Tamarillos cannot tolerate prolonged drought and must have an ample water supply during extremely dry periods.

Water: Moderate

Site Requirements /Soil Tolerances: Tamarillos require a fertile, light well drained soil that is rich in organic matter.

Culture: Seedling trees are pruned back the first year after planting to a height of 3 or 4 feet to encourage branching.





Sowing Cyphomandra betacea Seeds:

For best results, please follow the instructions in the order provided.

Scarify: Freeze Seeds for 24 hours

Germination: Sow 1/8” Deep. Keep warm and moist (Not wet). Expect 30 Days