Yellow Pear Shaped Tomato - Quebec Seeds | Les Semis de la Seigneurie

The heritage yellow pear tomato, a golden jewel of the garden since 1800!

The Yellow Pear Shaped tomato is an indeterminate pear variety producing golden-yellow, pear-shaped fruit. Grown at Semis de la Seigneurie, this heirloom tomato (since the 1800s) offers a mild, slightly sweet, and low-acid flavor. It boasts an exceptionally abundant yield with generous clusters of beautiful fruit. A reliable and vigorous variety, it's perfect for beginner gardeners.

Why choose the Yellow Pear Shaped tomato from Semis de la Seigneurie?

✅ Seeds produced in Quebec – Adapted to our climate, without chemical pesticides

✅ Heritage variety – Cultivated since the 1800s

✅ Unique shape – Golden yellow pear

✅ Exceptional production – Abundant bunches all summer long

✅ Mild flavor – Low acidity, perfect for everyone

Culture in Quebec (zone 4b and above)

Start your seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost (early April). Transplant after all risk of frost has passed (early June) with a sturdy stake (vigorous indeterminate variety). A very productive and easy variety, excellent for beginners! Grows best in a pot of at least 40 cm.

Producer's advice

💚 Indeterminate variety – recommended size for optimal production

🌿 Strong support needed (vigorous growth)

☀️ Full sun for optimal color and flavor

💧 Regular and constant watering

Culinary uses

Yellow Pear Shaped tomatoes are perfect fresh for snacks, salads (for a unique visual effect), appetizer platters, colorful skewers, and garnishes. Their pear shape and golden color add an elegant touch to dishes!

🌱 CULTURE

Indoor sowing:

• Start 6-8 weeks before the last frost (early April)
• Germination temperature: 20-25°C
• Germination: 5-10 days
• Depth: 0.5 cm
• Bright light is needed from germination onwards.

Transplantation:

• After all risk of frost (early June in Quebec)
• Spacing: 60-75 cm between plants (indeterminate)
• Rich, well-drained soil, pH 6.0-6.8
• Exposure: full sun (minimum 6-8 hours)
• A sturdy stake of 180-200 cm is required.
• Excellent in a 40cm+ pot with a support

Interview :

• Water regularly and consistently (avoid water stress)
• Fertilize every 2 weeks (tomato fertilizer)
• Recommended size for suckers (1-2 main stems)
• Attach regularly to the support (vigorous growth)
• Mulch to retain moisture

Harvest :

• First harvest: 75-85 days after transplanting
• Harvesting continues until the first frosts.
• Pick when the fruits are golden yellow and firm.
• Abundant clusters of 10-20 fruits
• Production: 4-6 kg per plant (very productive)

Adaptation to the Quebec climate:

✅ Suitable for zone 4b with extended season

✅ Reliable and productive variety in Quebec summers

✅ Locally tested by Les Semis de la Seigneurie

🌟 MAIN FEATURES

• Common name: Yellow Pear Shaped Tomato, Yellow Pear Tomato
• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Type: Indeterminate pear tomato
• Plant height: 150-200 cm
• Width: 60-90 cm
• Days to maturity: 75-85 days
• Fruit color: Golden yellow
• Fruit shape: Pear (single)
• Fruit size: 3-4 cm
• Fruit weight: 25-35 g
• Flavor: Mild, slightly sweet, low in acidity
• Yield: 4-6 kg per plant
• Port: Undetermined (vigorous growth)
• Special feature: Heritage variety (1800s)
• Hardiness zone: Annual
• Seed origin: Produced in Quebec by Les Semis de la Seigneurie
• Free from chemical pesticides

💡 SUGGESTIONS FOR USE

In the kitchen:

• 🍅 Fresh snacks – Fun, unique shape
• 🥗 Salads – Elegant visual effect
• 🧀 Appetizer platters – Attractive gold color
• 🍢 Colorful skewers – With cheese and basil
• 🍕 Toppings – Pizza, bruschetta
• 🌮 Tacos and wraps – A soft and colorful touch

Conservation :

• Fresh: at room temperature (5-7 days)
• Do not refrigerate (loses flavor)
• Frozen: whole for sauces
• Dried: in the oven or dehydrator