Red Pear tomatoes are a charming heirloom variety known for their distinct pear-shaped, small fruits that are bursting with a tangy, sweet flavor. These tomatoes grow on vigorous indeterminate vines, producing clusters of bright red fruits that are perfect for snacking, salads, and gourmet garnishes. With their unique shape and delicious taste, Red Pear tomatoes are a delightful addition to any garden.
Key Features:
- Type: Heirloom
- Growth Habit: Indeterminate
- Fruit Shape: Pear-shaped
- Color: Bright red
- Flavor: Sweet and tangy
- Use: Snacking, salads, garnishes, and sauces
- Days to Maturity: Approximately 75–80 days
- Sunlight: Full sun (6–8 hours per day)
- Support: Requires staking or caging for optimal growth
Planting Instructions:
- Seed Starting: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last expected frost date. Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in a seed-starting mix. Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. Provide bottom-watering if possible.
- Transplanting: Once seedlings have grown 6–8 inches tall and the last frost date has passed, transplant them outdoors in well-drained soil. Space plants 24–36 inches apart to provide ample room for growth.
- Watering: Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Water deeply at the base of the plant to avoid wetting the foliage.
- Support: Use stakes or tomato cages to support the vines as they grow and prevent sprawling.
- Harvesting: Harvest when fruits are bright red and slightly firm to the touch. Enjoy fresh or preserve for later use.
Why Choose Red Pear Tomato Seeds?
- Unique pear-shaped heirloom tomatoes add visual appeal to your garden and kitchen.
- Ideal for fresh eating or creating flavorful sauces.
- Prolific producer throughout the growing season.
- Easy to grow for gardeners of all levels.
Plant Red Pear tomatoes this season and experience a bounty of sweet, tangy goodness straight from your garden!
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