A charming heirloom bearing masses of small, pear-shaped, lemon-yellow fruit with a mild, sweet flavour. Indeterminate, ornamental and great for salads.
At a glance
- Plant type: Edible plant
- Mature size: 2 m tall
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Tomato 'Yellow Pear'
Solanum lycopersicum 'Yellow Pear' is a fast-growing edible plant in the Solanaceae family. It reaches around 2 m tall at maturity.
Where to grow Tomato 'Yellow Pear'
Tomato 'Yellow Pear' suits warm-temperate and subtropical climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Tomato 'Yellow Pear' does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Tomato 'Yellow Pear' does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. Check moisture below the mulch during establishment and water thoroughly when needed rather than following a rigid schedule.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Tomato 'Yellow Pear' in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. For most gardens, it is low maintenance.
Using Tomato 'Yellow Pear' in the garden
Tomato 'Yellow Pear' earns its place for edible harvests and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Tomato 'Yellow Pear' sits most comfortably beside plants adapted to regular, moderate watering and warm-temperate climate. A small cluster gives stronger visual impact than isolated plants scattered through the garden.
Good to know
Note that it is toxic to cats and dogs, so site it away from pets that chew.
Buying Tomato 'Yellow Pear'
Plant Sale lists Tomato 'Yellow Pear' as seed and seedlings. Use the quote builder above to ask about current stock, sizes and pricing.
Prefer to grow it yourself? See the Tomato 'Yellow Pear' seed sowing guide for depth, timing and germination.
