{"product_id":"ga-tomate-ivory-pear-bio","title":"Organic 'Ivory Pear' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Ivory Pear' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a delicate little ivory pear with creamy flesh and irresistible charm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe '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 \u003cstrong\u003e1 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e in size, \u003cstrong\u003eshaped like tiny pears\u003c\/strong\u003e . Their skin is a \u003cstrong\u003every pale yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e , almost translucent, while their flesh is \u003cstrong\u003ewhite, creamy, and delicately sweet\u003c\/strong\u003e , offering a subtle, mild, and slightly floral flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Basil, parsley, carrot, asparagus, alliums, celery, borage, marigold, calendula, mint, sage, peppers, dill (until mature)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNegative plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Potato, corn, kohlrabi, beetroot, fennel, peas, squash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpread\/growth habit\u003c\/strong\u003e : Indeterminate, vigorous and very productive\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 150 to 200 cm\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 25 seeds\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e : Small ivory pears, very high yield, creamy white flesh\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Ivory-cream, very pale yellow\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Pear\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Small (1 oz)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit type\u003c\/strong\u003e : Cherry pear\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Creamy, soft, light\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFarming method\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eSow indoors \u003cstrong\u003e6 to 8 weeks before the last frost\u003c\/strong\u003e . Place the seeds \u003cstrong\u003e3–6 mm (1\/8–1\/4\")\u003c\/strong\u003e deep in a light potting mix. Maintain a temperature of \u003cstrong\u003e23–29°C\u003c\/strong\u003e for rapid germination (5–10 days). Reduce watering and nitrogen during hardening off to strengthen the seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Transplant outdoors once all risk of frost has passed. Space plants \u003cstrong\u003e60 to 90 cm (24 to 36 inches)\u003c\/strong\u003e apart, leaving \u003cstrong\u003e120 to 180 cm (4 to 6 feet)\u003c\/strong\u003e between rows. Provide \u003cstrong\u003efull sun (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003eregular watering (watering level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e , and install \u003cstrong\u003esturdy supports\u003c\/strong\u003e , essential for such a productive variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting and preservation\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eHarvest when the fruit has a uniform ivory-cream color. To get a head start, pick the fruit as soon as it begins \u003cstrong\u003eto color\u003c\/strong\u003e , then let it ripen off the vine at \u003cstrong\u003e22°C or higher\u003c\/strong\u003e . Store it between \u003cstrong\u003e12 and 21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e , at \u003cstrong\u003e95% relative humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e , to maintain its sweetness and delicate texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eUsage ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e • Wonderful \u003cstrong\u003ein colorful salads\u003c\/strong\u003e , with other pear tomatoes\u003cbr\u003e • Delicious \u003cstrong\u003eas a snack\u003c\/strong\u003e , sweet and light\u003cbr\u003e • Perfect for \u003cstrong\u003eantipasti platters\u003c\/strong\u003e and summer appetizers\u003cbr\u003e • Ideal for \u003cstrong\u003eculinary decoration\u003c\/strong\u003e , thanks to its elegant pear shape\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe '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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075566002336,"sku":"GAI-SEMENCES","price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/Tomate_IvoryPear_bioGaia.jpg?v=1765231329","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-ivory-pear-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}