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How to prune pineapple tomato

Best time
Throughout the growing season, starting when plants are established
How often
Weekly during the growing season
Technique
Pinch out suckers by hand or with clean snips when they are small (under 2 inches). Remove any yellowing lower leaves to improve airflow. Prune to 1–2 main stems for largest fruit on a stake; allow 2–3 if using a cage.

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Pruning pineapple tomato — FAQ

When should I prune pineapple tomato?

Throughout the growing season, starting when plants are established. Pinch out suckers by hand or with clean snips when they are small (under 2 inches). Remove any yellowing lower leaves to improve airflow. Prune to 1–2 main stems for largest fruit on a stake; allow 2–3 if using a cage.

How often does pineapple tomato need pruning?

Weekly during the growing season. Pineapple Tomato is an indeterminate beefsteak variety that needs regular suckering to stay manageable and concentrate energy into large fruits. Remove suckers — the shoots that sprout in the crotch between stem and branch — weekly. Train to one or two main stems on a stake or cage for best results.

How do you prune pineapple tomato?

Pinch out suckers by hand or with clean snips when they are small (under 2 inches). Remove any yellowing lower leaves to improve airflow. Prune to 1–2 main stems for largest fruit on a stake; allow 2–3 if using a cage.