Joyce J
28 July 2022
In this guide, let’s discuss helpful tips on growing Tamarillo in your Perth backyard.
(Whilst most of this guide suits anywhere in Australia, check local conditions for growing months if you live outside Perth.)
Growing your own food is recognised by many as the very foundation of personal independence. Vegetable gardening provides you with exercise, mindfulness and delicious food for your table.
When should you plant Tamarillo?
The best months to plant Tamarillo in Perth are Aug-Dec. You can plant using Seed, ideally when the soil temperature is around 24-29 degrees celcius and the air is around 15-30 degree celcius.
Seeds or Transplant? Seed
Ideal air temp: 15-30c
Ideal soil temp: 24-29c
Can Tamarillo grow in pots?
Yes, they can grow in pots. Be mindful of the size they grow to.
The great thing about planting Tamarillo in pots is that you can move them around easily, should they need more or less sun, or are getting attacked by pests. In some cases, you can even grow Tamarillo indoors, as long as the position can get enough sun.
How much sun should Tamarillo get?
You will discover that Tamarillo thrives on Partly shaded spot (Tropical and hot regions), full sun in Sub-tropical and temperate regions.
Some gardens get more shade than others, and your direction north etc varies. Try the ideal position first, and if the Tamarillo isn’t growing well enough, maybe try a more or less sunnier spot.
Vegetables are a must on a diet. I suggest carrot cake, zucchini bread, and pumpkin pie.
Jim Davis
How often should you water Tamarillo?
Tamarillo really enjoys when it gets Regular watering.
They prefer soil that is Well-drained.
When can you harvest?
Being a Annual vegetable, the ideal time to harvest your Tamarillo crop is around Jan-Mar. Play it by ear though, and just see how your plant(s) do this season.
Growing Tamarillo in rows
If you are getting serious with your vegetable garden, you may wish to grow Tamarillo in rows. You’ll need to allow around 30 centimetres between rows, and 300 centimetres between each seedling or seed.
Space between rows: 30 cm
Space between seedlings: 300 cm
Keep the seeds!
Did you know that you can keep Tamarillo seeds for up to 4 years, and use them to grow more next season?
Eating vegetables makes me feel good.
Joely Fisher
Enjoy delicious Tamarillo in your Perth garden
You can save so much money by growing Tamarillo in your own backyard.
There is nothing more soul soothing than planting seeds and tending your vegetables; watching them sprout and grow and then eventually cooking and consuming them.
Enjoy the taste of your own homegrown vegetables – enjoy!
