Name: 'Ananas Noire' Beefsteak Tomato - Solanum lycopersicum
Brand: Benjis Seeds
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'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 & Characteristics

The 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 fruit
Shape: Flattened round, slightly ribbed, thin skin
Color: Dark red to brownish-green marbled, with attractive multicolored appearance
Texture: Juicy, meaty flesh with few seeds
Flavor: Sweet and fruity, with a complex, intense, and well-balanced aroma

Usage & Cultivation Highlights

The 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.

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Origin & Cultivation at a Glance

First mention:

Known since around 1998

Origin:

Belgium

Breeder:

Pascal Moreau

Propagation site:

Lower Saxony – Germany

Suitable for:

Open field, Greenhouse, Polytunnel, Balcony / pot, Urban gardening, Vertical cultivation

Care requirements:

Moderate to high - requires regular care and experience.

Overwintering:

Not winter-hardy – can be cultivated outdoors as an annual. Can be overwintered in a greenhouse in mild climates.

Special features:

High-yielding, Sun-loving / sunny, Heat-tolerant

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Cultivation guide for

<tc>Ananas Noire</tc>

Growing difficulty:

Medium to demanding

• In subtropical climates, pre-cultivation is possible from January - transplant outdoors from March in full sun, once day and night temperatures remain consistently above 15 °C.
• In temperate regions, start indoors from March – transplant outdoors in full sun from mid-May after the last frost.
• Sow in deep, well-drained, humus-rich and nutrient-rich loamy soil - 0.5-1 cm deep. Plant spacing: 50 × 70 cm.

Cultivation tips:

• Beefsteak tomatoes are typically grown with a single stem to promote better air circulation and fruit development.
• In temperate climates, a rain cover is recommended – a simple roof or plastic tunnel is sufficient.
• A sturdy support structure with tomato hooks provides secure hold for the stems, boosts yield, and makes plant care easier.
• When transplanting seedlings, plant them deep into the soil up to the base of the seed leaves – this encourages strong root development and supports healthy growth.
• Consistent watering enhances fruit quality and promotes healthy plant growth.
• At temperatures below 5 °C, plant growth slows significantly - cold stress can hinder development.
• Regular harvesting encourages new fruit set and increases overall yield.
• Biochar and rock dust improve soil structure and enhance the retention of nutrients and water.

Storage instructions:

Store seeds in a cool, dry, dark, and airtight environment to maximize shelf life and germination.

Detailed information on seed storage

Plant Profile

Plant details

Botanical name:

<tc>Solanum lycopersicum L. 'Ananas Noire'</tc>

Botanical family:

Solanaceae

Plant type:

Fruit vegetables

Growth habit:

Upright growth, Indeterminate growth habit

Plant width:

50 cm

Plant height:

250 cm

Root type:

Deep-rooted, Taprooted

Hardy to:

3 °C – only suitable for overwintering indoors or in a greenhouse.

Cultivation period:

5-6 months

Life cycle:

Perennial (grown as an annual)

Propagation method:

Generative propagation by seed, Propagation by cuttings

Propagation:

• This tomato variety is self-pollinating but can also cross-pollinate via insects. It belongs to the species Solanum lycopersicum and produces bisexual flowers.
• A minimum distance of 20–50 m from other tomato varieties is recommended for seed production to avoid unwanted cross‑pollination by insects.
• This tomato plant is perennial and forms clusters of flowers after blooming, which turn into fruit packed with seeds.
• Tomato seeds are ready for harvest when the fruits are fully ripe and slightly soft to the touch.

Sowing & Planting

Germination type:

Dark germinator, Warm germinator

Sowing depth:

0,5-1 cm

Germination temperature:

22-28 °C

Germination time:

6-14 days

Pot culture:

Requires a minimum container size of 30-40 liters.

Row spacing for baby leaf:

Not suitable for baby-leaf cultivation.

Plant spacing:

50 cm

Row spacing:

70 cm

Pricking out / thinning out:

Thin out seedlings within 2 weeks after the formation of the first true leaf pairs.

Planting time:

Tomato seedlings are ready to be planted outdoors about four weeks after potting up, once temperatures are consistently warm. Plant only in consistently warm weather – ideally after the last frosts, when both daytime and nighttime temperatures are mild.

Soil

Soil type:

Deep, well-drained, humus-rich loam

Soil pH:

6.0-6.8 - slightly acidic to neutral

Nutrient requirements:

Heavy feeder

Soil moisture:

Evenly moist, Sensitive to waterlogging

Soil preparation:

Loosen soil deeply before sowing, Apply compost before planting., Apply lime to acidic soil., Prepare soil weed-free and with a fine crumb structure., Mulch layer for moisture regulation

Companion planting, Crop rotation & Harvest

Companion plants:

Bean, Carrot, Radish varieties, Onion, Garlic, Lettuce, Lamb’s lettuce, Spinach, Basil, Nasturtium, Calendula, Dill, Marjoram, Tagetes

Incompatible plants:

Eggplant, Physalis, Pepper / Chili pepper, Potato, Corn, Fennel, Pea, Beetroot, Celery, Cucurbits

Crop rotation guidelines:

• Do not plant after other nightshades – a minimum crop rotation interval of 3 years is recommended.
• Repeated cultivation at the same site increases disease pressure, leads to nutrient depletion, and impairs soil structure.
• Ideal previous crops include legumes, onions, root vegetables, and green manure – rotating crops supports healthy soil.
• Crop rotation with low-nutrient-demanding plants is recommended to prevent soil fatigue and maintain healthy growing conditions.
• Plan a green manure crop between heavy-feeding plants and this tomato variety to restore soil fertility.
• Avoid planting directly after heavy-feeding crops – allow the soil to recover and replenish nutrients first.

Harvest time:

Summer, Autumn

Sowing to harvest:

5-6 months

Harvested parts:

Fruits

Suitable for consumption:

Yes - edible raw or cooked.

Intended use:

Diet cuisine, Low Carb, Raw consumption, Salad, Cooking, Roasting, Baking, Grilling, To purée, Juice / juicing, Stuffing, Preserving

Care & Cultivation practices

Water requirements:

High

Plant care techniques:

Water regularly - even during dry periods, Fertilize, Removing side shoots, Create a climbing support, Maintain weed-free, Inspect regularly for pest infestation

Plant protection:

Well-ventilated location and good drainage recommended., Mulching recommended

Cultivation notes:

May develop mildew in damp weather – an airy location is recommended. Sensitive to waterlogging – use well-drained soil.

Other names

EN - English names:

• Beefsteak tomato

DE - German names:

• Fleischtomate

PT - Portuguese names:

• Tomate carnudo

ES - Spanish names:

• Tomate carnoso

FR - French names:

• Tomate charnue

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