Description
🌿 Solanum betaceum (Red Tamarillo / Tree Tomato)
Product Description Solanum betaceum, commonly known as Red Tamarillo or Tree Tomato, is a fast-growing subtropical fruiting shrub or small tree producing clusters of smooth, egg-shaped red fruits with a tangy, sweet-sour flavour.
The fruit is rich in vitamins and commonly used in fresh eating, juices, sauces, chutneys, and desserts. It adds both productivity and ornamental value to edible gardens, with large tropical-style leaves and an attractive upright form.
Red tamarillo performs best in warm, frost-free climates and is well-suited to Queensland gardens with protection from extreme heat and strong winds.
🌱 Plant Information
- Plant Height: 2 m – 4 m
- Light Requirement: Full sun to partial shade
- Growth Habit: Fast-growing, upright small tree / large shrub
- Fruiting: Typically 1–2 years from planting under good conditions
☀️ Growing Conditions
- Sun: Best growth and fruiting in full sun
- Shade: Tolerates light shade, but fruit production may reduce
- Soil: Rich, well-drained soil with good organic matter
- Water: Regular watering; prefers consistent moisture
- Climate: Subtropical to warm temperate; protect from frost and strong drying winds
