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Growing Pineapple Tomatoes in the Vegetable Garden

Sow annual Pineapple Tomato seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before your region's final frost. Plant heirloom tomato seeds ¼" deep with 1-2" apart. Sow seeds in a warm and rich seed-starting container either in a greenhouse or under grow lights. Expose seedlings to heat and light for the majority of the day and turn off during the night. Pineapple Tomato seeds thrive in a temperature range of 70-90° with moist soil and full sun. Germination will take 1-2 weeks. Transplant young seedlings into 3-inch containers. Once summer tomato plants have 2-3 sets of true leaves, harden off the heirloom tomatoes by slowly exposing them to outside conditions. Sow Pineapple Tomato seeds outdoors once your region's night temperatures don't drop below 50°.

This meaty tomato prefers full sun and needs 1 inch of watering per week. Allow the top layer of soil to dry before watering mature plants. Till rich, composted soil and prepare 8-12 inches holes. Remove the smaller leaves on each plant, leaving a single top set of leaves. Set Pineapple Tomato plants deep in the holes, with only their top set of healthy leaves exposed. Space the plants 2 inches apart with 3-4 inches in between rows. Even though Pineapple Tomato Seeds are an indeterminate warm-season crop, these delicious tomatoes thrive and bloom more heavily towards the end of summer.

As this tomato variety can reach at least 8" tall, it's highly recommended to use a trellis or stake to support the vigorous long vine growth of Pineapple Tomato plants. Pruning this beefsteak variety is also recommended, as it will help the production of Pineapple Tomato crops. As these juicy heirlooms are more prone to cracking, avoid this issue by watering Pineapple tomatoes 1" per week and laying down mulch. Feed Pineapple Tomatoes a dry fertilizer with more nitrogen several times throughout development. As these heirloom seeds grow as a mid-to late season indeterminate crop, be sure to water tomato plants in the morning, once the top layer has dried and at the base./p>

Throughout the growing process, careful monitoring and adjustments based on plant needs are encouraged. It is critical to have consistent watering and to avoid waterlogged conditions. Maintaining optimal temperature and humidity conditions is essential, especially during the germination and seedling stages. Tomatoes thrive in warm temperatures, ideally between 70-85°F (21-29°C) during the day and not dropping below 50°F (10°C) at night. Provide consistent warmth for germination, and once seedlings emerge, ensure a gradual transition to outdoor conditions. Keep humidity levels around 70-75% for germination, decreasing to 50-60% for seedling growth. Adequate air circulation minimizes humidity-related issues. Proper ventilation and spacing between plants and regular monitoring for signs of stress contribute to a healthy tomato crop.

Harvesting Pineapple Tomatoes

As Pineapple Tomatoes are a mid-to late season variety, these heirlooms should be ready for harvest around 80 days from the sowing date. As an indeterminate crop, this beefsteak tomato variety will provide a high yield crop for longer. Start harvesting Pineapple Tomato plants 80 days from the sowing date by gently pulling the red-orange fruit from their calyx hat with one hand, while holding the stem with the other. You can also use gardening shears so you don't damage the sweet 1-2 lb fruit. Let tomatoes stay on the vine for a longer summer growing season. Allow this beefsteak variety to fully grow their meaty texture with golden-yellow shoulders and sweet citrusy flavor.

About Pineapple Tomato Garden Seeds

Gardeners may choose to grow Pineapple Tomatoes for their unique flavor and vibrant appearance. These tomatoes boast a sweet and tangy taste reminiscent of pineapples, adding a delightful twist to salads and dishes. Their striking yellow and red hues also enhance garden aesthetics, making them a flavorful and visually appealing choice for cultivation.

Pineapple Tomatoes offer health benefits with their rich antioxidant content, including lycopene and vitamin C. These nutrients contribute to skin health, immune support, and may have anti-inflammatory properties. Incorporating Pineapple Tomatoes into a balanced diet provides a tasty way to promote overall well-being and boost essential nutritional intake.

These large bi-colored tomatoes are regarded as one of the most flavorful heirlooms to grow in your summer garden. Pineapple tomatoes grow with long, indeterminate vines and produce 1-2 lb fruits with golden-yellow shoulders that blend into a vibrant red-orange. Spheroid-shaped and more sweet than acidic, these beefsteak tomato varieties are meaty and have citrusy undertones.

Although Pineapple Tomatoes take longer to fully develop than other varieties, these heirlooms are worth the wait and will continue to produce fruit until your region's first frost!

Heirloom tomato varieties were first developed in South America and brought to Europe around the 1500s. Pineapple Tomatoes need a dry nitrogen fertilizer added several times throughout development in order to grow their vigorous long vines that continue to grow juicy and spheroid-shaped fruit.

Tips From Our Gardeners

"If you love the flavorful acidity of tomatoes, this pineapple tomato will surely be your favorite."

- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer

Other Resources

• Guide to Tomatoes

Pineapple Tomato Seeds Per Package:

• 250 mg packet - Approximately 88 Seeds
• .25 oz - Approximately 2,500 Seeds
• 1 oz - Approximately 10,000 Seeds
• 4 oz - Approximately 40,000 Seeds
• 1 lb - Approximately 160,000 Seeds

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