Product Overview
Discover the unique Litchi Tomato (Solanum sisymbriifolium), a rare heirloom plant known for its cherry-sized bright red fruits that offer a sweet-tart flavor blending cherry and tomato notes. This plant is not only valued for its edible fruit but also for its ornamental qualities, featuring spiny, lobed green foliage and delicate white to pale violet flowers that attract beneficial pollinators like bees.
Key Features
- Botanical Name: Solanum sisymbriifolium
- Quantity: 25 Seeds
- Plant Type: Annual or Short-Lived Perennial
- Fruit Color: Bright Red
- Flower Color: White to Pale Violet
- Growth Habit: Bushy with Thorny Stems
- Natural Pest and Deer Resistance
- Attracts Bees and Other Pollinators
- Suitable for Edible Landscaping and Food Forests
Growing Information
Litchi Tomato thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained, loamy or sandy soil. It requires moderate watering and grows quickly, making it a resilient addition to gardens. Its thorny stems provide a natural barrier against pests and deer, enhancing its value in permaculture and edible landscape designs.