Add a tropical twist to your tomato patch!
Tomato Pineapple is a juicy, sun-kissed heirloom that looks like a sunset and tastes like summer. With its golden-orange skin streaked with red and a sweet, fruity flavor that hints at the tropics, this tomato is a feast for the eyes and the taste buds. It’s the kind of tomato that makes you slow down and savor every bite.
Variety: Pineapple Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum)
Growth Habit: Indeterminate
Height: 48–72 inches
Flavor Profile: Sweet, fruity, and tropical
Color: Yellow-orange with red marbling
Planting Conditions: Full sun, well-drained soil
Harvest Timeline: 85–95 days from transplant
Uses: Slicing, caprese salads, gourmet dishes
Fun Fact: These hefty tomatoes can weigh over a pound and are prized for their low acidity and vibrant marbling, perfect for impressing at garden parties.
Tomato Pineapple is a showstopper on the plate. Its juicy, marbled flesh and sweet, tropical flavor make it perfect for caprese salads, tomato tastings, or simply sliced with a sprinkle of sea salt and a drizzle of olive oil. It’s the tomato equivalent of a beach vacation, bright, refreshing, and unforgettable.
🌞 To Full Size: Choose a sunny spot with rich, well-drained soil.
🌱 Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before your last frost date. Transplant outdoors when the soil is warm, spacing plants 24–36 inches apart.
💧 Water deeply and consistently, especially during fruit development.
🌾 Use strong cages or trellises to support the large, heavy fruits.
✂️ Harvest when fruits are fully colored with golden-orange skin and red streaks, and feel slightly soft to the touch.
