tomato (plum/cherry) 'Pear Drops'
plum/cherry tomato or Solanum lycopersicum 'Pear Drops'
- Position: full sun
- Soil: light, fertile, well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: fast
- Hardiness: tender annual (will need winter protection)
Childhood memories of sugar-coated pear-shaped sweets are evoked when admiring these rich-yellow fruits. Except, this curious confection is full of natural sweetness and goodness! Ideal for hanging baskets and pots or containers, 'Pear Drops' is an heirloom variety, perfect for salads with a delicious sweet flavour.
Once main shoots start to grow, tie in to supports and pinch out the sideshoots. Keep well watered and feed weekly with seaweed extract once flowers form. Keep water levels in the soil consistent to prevent blossom end rot and split fruit.