Pink Thai Egg Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum
Overview
The Creamy, Heirloom Snacking Tomato
The Pink Thai Egg tomato is a cherished heirloom variety known for its distinctive appearance and wonderfully sweet flavor. The small, oval fruits start a creamy white or pale yellow before ripening to a soft blush pink. This unusual coloration makes it a showstopper in mixed bowls and platters.
As an indeterminate variety, this plant will produce fruit continuously until the first frost, making it one of the most prolific producers in the garden. Its texture is surprisingly firm and meaty for a small tomato, holding up exceptionally well in salads without becoming mushy.
Flavor Profile
It possesses a balanced sweetness with just a hint of tanginess, making it superior to many commercial cherry tomatoes. It is primarily a fresh-eating and snacking tomato.
General Grow Information
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Indeterminate |
| Fruit Shape | Oval, Egg-shaped |
| Plant Height (Indeterminate) | 5-7 ft |
| Plant Spacing | 24 in |
| Row Spacing | 36 in |
| Sunlight Needs | Full Sun (8+ hours) |
| Sprouting Time | 7-14 days |
Plant Care and Cultivation
- Strong Staking Required: As a vigorous indeterminate plant, it needs immediate and continuous staking or caging to handle the immense weight of the fruit and prevent vines from collapsing.
- Consistency is Crucial: Maintain even, deep watering. While these tomatoes are fairly crack-resistant, consistent moisture ensures steady production and prevents stress.
- Harvesting Color: Pick the fruit when it has developed its full pale pink or yellow blush. The fruit should feel firm but yield slightly to gentle pressure.
- Prune Suckers: Remove suckers (shoots growing between the main stem and leaf branches) to direct the plant's energy toward fruit production and improve air circulation.
Unique Appearance and Texture
The "egg" shape is distinctive, and the creamy-to-pink coloration is highly unusual among small tomatoes. The skin is notably smooth, and the internal texture is dense, offering a satisfying bite rather than a watery burst.Culinary Use
This tomato is best used raw, where its color and firmness enhance salads and crudités. It can also be lightly roasted or pickled, but its primary value lies in its superior raw snacking quality.Recipes Featuring Pink Thai Egg Tomato
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