Tamarillo (Solanum betaceum) is a fast-growing, small tree or shrub native to the Andes, producing edible, egg-shaped fruits.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Well-draining, fertile loam or sandy loam.
Temperature
Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Protect from strong winds.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Reduce watering in cooler months.
Well-draining, fertile loam or sandy loam.
Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.
Protect from frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Reduce feeding in winter.
Plant Type
Shrub, Tree
Plant Category
Fruit, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
1.5-3 m
Spread
1-2 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple, ovate to elliptic
Flower Size
1.5-2 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
50000
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
Yes
