Grow Nutritious Tree Tomatoes in Your Garden
Tree Tomato Seeds are perfect for gardeners looking to grow their own delicious and nutritious fruits at home. Cyphomandra betacea, also known as Tree Tomatoes, produce a 1.5m - 2m height evergreen plant with heart-shaped hairy leaves. The plant bears 5cm long, egg-shaped fruits in red or yellow that are rich in vitamins and iron. Tree Tomatoes can be enjoyed raw, used in juices, or incorporated into jams, chutneys, salsas, and various savoury and dessert recipes. It is recommended to remove the skin before cooking, as it can be bitter.
Features and Benefits
- Australian Made and Grown: These seeds are perfect for Australian conditions, as they are locally sourced from Queensland and Australia.
- Fresh Stock: All seed stock is turned over every 12 months.
- Generous Quantity: Each packet contains a large number of Tree Tomato Seeds.
- Quality Control: Seeds are hand-packed with care in Brisbane to ensure the best quality.
- Excellent Customer Service: Speak to Erica Vale (Jonathon) if there are any questions or issues with the seeds.
- Wide Availability: 95% of their huge range of seeds is available at any time in case of a backorder, and stock levels are precise.
How to Use
- Wait until the last frost has passed, or start earlier if planting inside in a warm position. For sub-tropical areas, sow in Spring.
- Choose a location with well-draining soil and plenty of sunlight.
- Prepare the soil, ensuring that it has a temperature of 24-29 degrees Celsius for optimal germination.
- Sow the Tree Tomato Seeds directly into the soil and water them regularly.
- Monitor the growth and provide support to the plant as it grows taller.
- Enjoy the nutritious fruits that will be produced by your Tree Tomato plant.
Aqua Gardening Suggests These are Best For
Tree Tomato Seeds are ideal for home gardeners interested in growing their own healthy and versatile fruits. They are best suited for Australian climate conditions and can be grown outdoors or in greenhouses. Tree Tomatoes are perfect for people who enjoy incorporating unique ingredients into their recipes or those looking to expand their fruit garden.
FAQs
What are Tree Tomato Seeds?Tree Tomato Seeds are seeds of the Cyphomandra betacea plant, which is an evergreen plant with large heart-shaped hairy leaves. It produces 5 cm long egg-shaped red or yellow fruits that are high in vitamins and iron, and can be consumed raw or used in various recipes.
How tall does the Tree Tomato plant grow?The Tree Tomato plant can grow to a height of approximately 1.5m - 2m.
How can Tree Tomato fruits be used?Tree Tomato fruits can be eaten raw or used in juices, jams, chutneys, salsas, and various savoury and dessert recipes. It is recommended to remove the skin prior to cooking as it is bitter.
When is the ideal time to sow Tree Tomato Seeds?The ideal time to sow Tree Tomato Seeds is when the soil temperature is between 24-29 degrees Celsius. Sow directly after the last frost has passed, or earlier if inside in a warm position. For sub-tropical areas, sow in Spring.
What are some benefits of purchasing Erica Vale Seeds?Some benefits of Erica Vale Seeds include:
- Australian Made and Grown
- All seed stock is turned over every 12 months
- Generous amount of seeds in each packet
- Locally sourced seeds from Queensland and Australia, suitable for Australian conditions
- Hand-packed with care in Brisbane
- Dedicated customer support from Erica Vale (Jonathon)
- 95% of their huge range of seeds is available at any one time, and Aqua Gardening's stock levels are precise
Do I need to peel the skin of the Tree Tomato fruit before using it in recipes?Yes, it is recommended to remove the skin of the Tree Tomato fruit before cooking or using it in recipes, as the skin is bitter.
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