Organic 'Ivory Pear' Tomato
Organic 'Ivory Pear' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a delicate little ivory pear with creamy flesh and irresistible charm
The 'Ivory Pear' tomato is a mid-season heirloom variety with a sweet and luminous charm. Indeterminate and extremely productive, it forms elegant clusters of small, ivory-cream fruits, about 1 oz in size, shaped like tiny pears . Their skin is a very pale yellow , almost translucent, while their flesh is white, creamy, and delicately sweet , offering a subtle, mild, and slightly floral flavor.
These tomatoes are magnificent served mixed with other yellow, red, or orange pear tomatoes, creating irresistible combinations in salads, summer platters, or colorful appetizers. Their abundant production makes them a real treat for gardeners, who can harvest large quantities throughout the season.
Companion plants : Basil, parsley, carrot, asparagus, alliums, celery, borage, marigold, calendula, mint, sage, peppers, dill (until mature)
Negative plants : Potato, corn, kohlrabi, beetroot, fennel, peas, squash
Spread/growth habit : Indeterminate, vigorous and very productive
Plant height : 150 to 200 cm
Quantity per packet : 25 seeds
Certification : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada
Special features : Small ivory pears, very high yield, creamy white flesh
Fruit color : Ivory-cream, very pale yellow
Fruit shape : Pear
Fruit size/weight : Small (1 oz)
Fruit type : Cherry pear
Texture/flesh : Creamy, soft, light
Farming method
Sow indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost . Place the seeds 3–6 mm (1/8–1/4") deep in a light potting mix. Maintain a temperature of 23–29°C for rapid germination (5–10 days). Reduce watering and nitrogen during hardening off to strengthen the seedlings.
Transplant outdoors once all risk of frost has passed. Space plants 60 to 90 cm (24 to 36 inches) apart, leaving 120 to 180 cm (4 to 6 feet) between rows. Provide full sun (level 3) , regular watering (watering level 3) , and install sturdy supports , essential for such a productive variety.
Harvesting and preservation
Harvest when the fruit has a uniform ivory-cream color. To get a head start, pick the fruit as soon as it begins to color , then let it ripen off the vine at 22°C or higher . Store it between 12 and 21°C , at 95% relative humidity , to maintain its sweetness and delicate texture.
Usage ideas
• Wonderful in colorful salads , with other pear tomatoes
• Delicious as a snack , sweet and light
• Perfect for antipasti platters and summer appetizers
• Ideal for culinary decoration , thanks to its elegant pear shape
The 'Ivory Pear' tomato is a delicate little marvel: productive, vibrant, refined, and perfect for adding sweetness and elegance to summer harvests. A must-have heirloom variety for lovers of unique and subtle pear tomatoes.
