Tamarillo 'Red'

Cyphomandra betacea

An attractive fast-growing tree to 3m that brings a tropical feel to gardens. The shiny pendulous red fruit are high in vitamin C and can be harvested in just 3-4 years.

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Tamarillo 'Red'

An attractive, fast growing, small tree that brings a tropical feel to gardens. The shiny, pendulous red fruit are high in vitamin C and can be harvested in just 3-4 years from sowing.

Growing Information

Seed Sowing
Sow method: Sow in punnets

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Germination: 80
Sow distance: 200cm
Growing Needs
Light: Full Sun
Water: seasonal watering
Growing weeks: 156

The number of growing weeks required to reach harvest stage. Of particular importance for Cool climate gardeners.

Plant Characteristics
Type: Evergreen

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Height: 3.0m
Width: 2.0m

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15+ plants: $21.95

seeds can be added for no additional charge

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