Tomato Seeds – Red Pear (Pear-Shaped Tomato) | WINTER / SUMMER

Red Pear Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is a traditional variety known for its distinctive pear-shaped, red fruits and attractive clusters.

Start seeds in nursery trays, approximately 5–6 mm deep, at 22–28°C. Transplant healthy seedlings when they develop 4–6 true leaves.

Grow in fertile, well-draining soil with 6–8 hours of sunlight daily. Provide strong staking or trellis support, maintain consistent moisture and avoid excessive nitrogen feeding.

During extreme summer heat, provide light afternoon shade. Protect plants from frost and cold winter winds.

Harvest fruits when fully red and firm for the best flavour and quality.

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum

• Common Name: Red Pear Tomato

• Variety: Red Pear

• Type: Warm-season fruiting vegetable

• Fruits: Bright red, pear-shaped

• Flavour: Mildly sweet with traditional tomato flavour

• Growth Habit: Generally indeterminate, requiring support

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Special Features: Distinctive fruit shape and repeated harvesting

Recommended Grow Bags

G-12 Grow Bag – 12 × 12 inch – 1 plant, with careful watering and feeding.

G-24 F Grow Bag – 24 × 18 inch – 1 plant, recommended for vigorous growth.

Provide a sturdy stake, cage or trellis for supporting developing plants and fruit clusters.

Recommended Soil / Potting Mix

50% Bhalu Mitti / Garden Soil + 30% GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost + 20% Cocopeat

Use fertile, loose and well-draining soil.

Growing Instructions from Seeds

• Method: Nursery or seed tray sowing preferred

• Sowing Depth: 5–6 mm

• Germination: 5–10 days

• Ideal Temperature: 22–28°C

• Plant Spacing: Approximately 45–60 cm

• Transplanting: At 4–6 true leaves

Sunlight & Watering

Sunlight: 6–8 hours daily, with afternoon shade during extreme heat.

Watering: Maintain consistent soil moisture. Water near the base of the plant and avoid waterlogging.

Growth & Harvesting

• First Harvest: Approximately 70–80 days after transplanting, depending on the seed selection

• Harvesting Season: Winter, spring and early summer

• Fruit Colour: Bright red at maturity

• Fruit Shape: Distinctive pear-shaped tomatoes

Harvest ripe fruits regularly to maintain quality and encourage continued production.

Feeding

Mix GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost into the soil before transplanting.

Apply additional vermicompost as required during flowering and fruit development. Maintain balanced nutrition, including adequate potassium and calcium.

Pest & Disease Management

Monitor plants regularly for whiteflies, aphids, fruit borers and common tomato diseases.

Maintain proper spacing, good airflow and consistent watering. Remove affected foliage when necessary and follow suitable integrated pest management practices.

Culinary Uses

Red Pear Tomatoes are suitable for:

• Fresh salads

• Pasta and sauces

• Roasted tomatoes

• Sandwiches

• Cooking and garnishing

• Fresh vegetable platters

Related Products

• GREEN GARDENS Grow Bags

• GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost

• GREEN GARDENS Vegetable Seeds

• Growing Guide Videos – Gardening with Javed Iqbal