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Yellow Pear
Tomato
TomatoSolanum lycopersicum 'Yellow Pear'
- Full sun
- Zones 10–11
- 75 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 24" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–7
Overview
A charming heirloom cherry tomato dating back to the 1800s, producing abundant clusters of bright yellow, pear-shaped fruits that are as decorative as they are delicious. This prolific variety is beloved by children and adults alike for its sweet, mild flavor and unique teardrop shape that adds visual interest to any garden or salad.
Planting
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost or direct sow after last frost date when soil is warm.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 24" apart. Germination: 7-14.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, whiteflies, spider mites, birds (love the sweet fruit). Common diseases: Early blight, late blight, minimal cracking due to small size.