An heirloom with a combination of orange and yellow stripes both inside and out, the Pineapple Tomato is very large. These Beefsteak type fruits are 5 inches in diameter with juicy, meaty flesh and a fine, mild flavor. We have produced fruit that exceeded 2.5 pounds. 25 seeds PLANTING Solanum lycopersicum Indeterminate Germination: 7-14 days Germination Temperature: Optimum soil temperatures 70-85ºF. Seed Sowing Depth: 1/4” deep Starting Indoors: 6 weeks before the last frost. Provide 75-80ºF soil temperatures. Sow 2-3 seeds per cell/pot, thin to the strongest seedling or use the 20 Row seedling flat, transplanting into individual pots when seedlings get their 3rd set of leaves. Fertilize the seedlings every 7-10 days with a liquid or water soluble fertilizer, diluted to ¼ of the suggested measurement. Transplant out after the last frost. Space 24-36" apart Sowing Outdoors: Only in areas with very long growing seasons. Sow after last frost. Harvest: When the fruit is red (or the color of the variety planted) and firm. Tips: The Pineapple Tomato should be planted in fertile soil, amended with compost, mulch, and provide even moisture. Plant deeper than they were growing in the containers as it makes a stronger root system. Apply a light compost tea every few weeks. Do not apply excessive nitrogen, which can promote excessive foliage and poor fruit set.
