With a history as old as America herself, the Red Pear Tomato has been a delicious tradition in thousands of gardens. Vigorous vines are loaded with hundreds of small, sweet pear-shaped fruits with a nice acidic bite. Early maturity is a bonus for Northern zones with a short growing season. Try roasting or pickling them for your Fourth of July celebration.

• Very high yields
• Sweet and acidic flavor
• Early producer
• Good for a short growing season

SEED PLANTING INFO

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth type: Indeterminate, trellis support, regular pruning 
• Tomato size: Small
• Depth to plant seeds: 1/8" deep
• Spacing between plants: 24" apart
• Spacing between rows: 36"-48" apart
• Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
• Germination soil temps: 75F-95F
• Soil needs: 6.0-6.5 pH
• Sun needs: Full sun
• Frost hardy: No
• Planting season: Spring, summer
• # of plants per sq. ft.: Appx. 1 plant per 2 sq. ft.
• Days to maturity: 65-75 days

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Good companion plants: Basil, Borage, Onion, Parsley, Pepper

Product Overview

The Tomato - Pear, Red (Indeterminate) seeds are a variety of indeterminate tomatoes with high-yields! These seeds grow into vigorous vines that produce small, pear-shaped tomatoes with a sweet and acidic flavor profile. The variety has a documented history as a popular and traditional crop in American gardens, appreciated for its robust yield and early fruiting. This seed is ideal for gardeners seeking a reliable short-season crop with high productivity and distinctive fruit size and shape. Red Pear Tomato Seeds are suitable for home gardeners, small farm operations, and commercial growers aiming for flavorful, bite-sized tomatoes in culinary dishes or preserving.

Dimensions and Compatibility

• Seed size: Small, approximately 1.5 mm in diameter
• Seed packaging sizes available: 10, 25, 50, 100+ seeds per pack
• Growth habit: Indeterminate, requiring trellis or staking support
• Plant spacing: 24 inches apart within rows
• Row spacing: 36 to 48 inches apart for optimal growth

Features

• Indeterminate growth type requiring trellising or staking support
• Growth duration: approximately 65-75 days from planting to maturity
• Fruit size: Small, pear-shaped, approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in length
• Fruits are ripening in clusters, with an average yield of hundreds of small tomatoes per vine
• Resistant to common tomato diseases typical of heirloom varieties
• Planting depth: 1/8 inch
• Germination period: 7-14 days at soil temperatures of 75°F to 95°F
• Ideal soil pH: 6.0 to 6.5
• Full sun requirement for optimal fruit production

Use Cases

• Best suited for gardeners on a budget who want high-yield, flavorful tomatoes in short growing seasons
• Ideal for home cooks and chefs seeking small, sweet, and acidic tomatoes for fresh dishes or canning
• Suitable for small-scale commercial growers focusing on specialty produce
• Excellent for container gardening or small garden plots due to compact size and high productivity

Care Instructions

Seeds should be sown indoors 6-8 weeks before the last expected frost date and transplanted outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Plants require staking or trellising for support, regular watering, and pruning to maintain healthy growth. Fertilize with a balanced tomato fertilizer according to label instructions. For best results, maintain soil pH between 6.0 and 6.5 and ensure full sun exposure. The seeds do not tolerate frost; therefore, gardening should be timed to avoid cold temperatures. Seeds and plants are covered by a standard seed germination warranty if kept in appropriate conditions. Proper care ensures high yields of small, flavorful red pear-shaped tomatoes throughout the growing season.