Yellow Pear Tomato

Yellow Pear Tomato is a charming heirloom variety producing small, pear-shaped fruit that are perfect for snacking right off the vine. Their bright yellow colour and sweet, mild flavour make them a favourite for fresh eating, summer salads, drying, and cooking. Vigorous vines yield heavily throughout the growing season, offering a steady supply of these delightful bite-sized treats. An easy and rewarding choice for gardeners of all levels, and a must for children's gardens.

Where Can You Grow Yellow Pear Tomato?
Yellow Pear Tomato grows best in Zones 3-9, thriving in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil. Perfect for outdoor gardens, patio containers (with support), and greenhouse growing.

History and Historical Uses
An heirloom variety dating back to at least the 1800s, Yellow Pear Tomatoes have been grown for generations for their distinctive shape, eye-catching colour, and sweet flavour. Historically prized for drying and preserving as well as fresh eating, they remain a beloved favourite among traditional gardeners.

Canadian Zone Information
Zones 8-9: Sow seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost; transplant outdoors once soil has warmed.
Zones 5-7: Start indoors and transplant after danger of frost has passed for best yields.
Zones 3-4: Start seeds indoors early and consider greenhouse or sheltered planting for success.

How to Grow and Harvest Yellow Pear Tomato
Planting: Sow seeds 6mm (1/4in) deep in trays; transplant outdoors after hardening off and once night temperatures are reliably warm.
Watering: Maintain even soil moisture; mulch to retain water and suppress weeds.
Harvesting: Pick fruit when fully bright yellow and slightly soft to the touch for peak flavour.
Maintenance: Provide strong staking or cages; prune lower branches for airflow.

Seed Saving Tips for Future Supply
Select Ripe Fruit: Choose fully mature fruits from healthy plants.
Extract Seeds: Scoop seeds into water and allow to ferment for 2-3 days to remove gel coating.
Dry Thoroughly: Rinse seeds and dry on paper towels for several days.
Store: Keep in a cool, dark, and dry place; viable for 4-5 years or more.

Certified Organic By
Islands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)