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| Botanical Name |
Lycopersicon lycopersicum |
| Seeds Per Pack |
25 |
| Life Cycle |
Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate |
5 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate |
10 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds |
1/4 in. |
| When to Sow |
Indoors 6-8 weeks before last spring frost |
| Growing Height |
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m) |
| Plant Spacing |
24-36 in. (60-90 cm) |
| Hardiness |
N/A |
| Sun Exposure |
Full Sun |
| Danger |
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested |
| Growth Habit |
Indeterminate |
| Soil pH Requirements |
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral), 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline) |
| Days to Harvest |
70-80 |
| Propagation Methods |
From herbaceous stem cuttings, From seed; germinate in a damp paper towel, From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting |
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds, Ferment seeds before storing |
| Open Pollinated (OP) |
Yes |
| Usage |
Canning, Fresh, salad, Fresh, slicing |
| Fruit Color |
Green |
| Fruit Size |
Small (grape/cherry varieties) |
The Green Pear Tomato is a unique and flavorful heirloom cherry tomato that stands out for its distinctive shape and vibrant color. Introduced in 2009 by Terroir Seeds, this indeterminate variety produces abundant clusters of pear-shaped fruits that ripen from green to a golden-amber hue, with the shoulders retaining a touch of green.
Weighing about one ounce each, these mid-season tomatoes are slightly larger than the common Yellow Pear variety. Their firm, juicy flesh is complemented by a sweet and tangy pulp, offering a delightful blend of sweetness and old-timey tomato flavor. The fruits are meaty and rich, with a complex taste that makes them a versatile addition to the kitchen.
The Green Pear Tomato is perfect for fresh eating, salads, or canning, and its excellent shelf life makes it a great choice for market growers. The vigorous plants have regular foliage and are resistant to common tomato challenges, thriving in a variety of conditions and producing prolifically throughout the season.
