<tc>'Ananas Noire' Beefsteak Tomato - Solanum lycopersicum</tc>

'Ananas Noire' Beefsteak Tomato – Belgian classic with large and aromatic fruits. This Belgian variety is especially appreciated by enthusiasts for its striking multicolored appearance and complex flavor profile. It is late-ripening and perfectly suited for mixed cultivation with early-ripening tomatoes. Ideal for greenhouses, protected outdoor beds, and large containers. Its sweet, fruity aroma and attractive look make it a true enrichment for any home garden. Origin & History‘Ananas Noire’ was bred in the late 1990s by Pascal Moreau in Stave (Belgium) and has since spread as an open-pollinated variety cherished by enthusiasts. It originated as a further development of the well-known Pineapple Tomato, combining its fruity sweetness with an even more complex flavor profile.It is particularly popular in seed networks and organic gardens, as it is not listed in the EU variety register and remains freely reproducible. Its striking multicolored appearance and intense flavor quickly earned it the reputation of a modern classic. Appearance & CharacteristicsThe plant grows indeterminately as a stake tomato and reaches a height of 200–250 cm. It develops strong fruit clusters and bears robust, dark green foliage.Fruit details:Size: Large, approx. 200-400 g per fruitShape: Flattened round, slightly ribbed, thin skinColor: Dark red to brownish-green marbled, with attractive multicolored appearanceTexture: Juicy, meaty flesh with few seedsFlavor: Sweet and fruity, with a complex, intense, and well-balanced aroma Usage & Cultivation HighlightsThe fruits are excellent for fresh salads, as a raw snack, for cooking, frying, grilling, baking, and for processing into sauces and juices. With their attractive coloration and intense flavor, they are a true eye-catcher on the plate.‘Ananas Noire’ thrives reliably in protected outdoor beds, greenhouses, and large containers. With a bit of care, the plant shows good resilience and continuously produces high-quality, large fruits. The variety is well known for its long harvest period, delivering aromatic fruits over several weeks.Compared to other beef tomatoes, ‘Ananas Noire’ is particularly aromatic, visually striking, and highly versatile – a variety that delights both in taste and appearance, making it an excellent choice for home gardens and enthusiast cultivation.