Tamarillos

Landscaping

Large sub-tropical leaf form adds interest to any garden. Plant a new Tamarillo every 2-3 years to keep the supply of healthy fruit. Prune hard after the last frost to maximise next season's fruit. Large heart-shaped leaves that are soft and hairy.
Culinary & Nutrition

Good source of Vitamin A, B6, C and E. Rich in iron and potassium. Low in calories and high in fibre. Scoop out rich, juicy pulp straight into the mouth or use it in fruit salads, sauces, chutneys or as a meat accompaniment.
Growing Conditions

Sunny warm spot, sheltered from heavy winds (not salt tolerant). Tamarillos are frost tender (frost will naturally trim the Tamarillo). Likes lots of water in well-draining soil high in organic matter. Apply blood and bone when planting.

Incredible Tamarillo Varieties

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Tamarillo Teds Red

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Tamarillo Teds Red has clusters of pink fragrant flowers followed by large, almost round bright red fruit. Has a tangy acidic flavour and a high yield. Harvest is in autumn - early winter.

Pruning, once your plant reaches 1 metre tall, take the tip out to encourage branching and stop the plant from growing too tall so you cannot reach the fruit. Frosts will naturally prune your tree. After the frosts have passed, remove old and dead wood. In areas with no frosts, you must manually prune back growth to prevent overcrowding. Always remember fruit is formed on the new spring growth. Therefore, a hard prune will maintain the desired shape, size and maximise next season's fruit.

Apply three applications of low nitrogen NPK fertiliser during the growing season. One before pruning, the second one month later and the third in February to help fruit development.

Tamarillos are susceptible to aphids and whitefly, especially when under stress. Spray with an organic insecticide when these insects are present.

Cyphomandra betacea ‘Teds Red’