QUEEN ALIQUIPPA. A mid-early novelty variety. The plant reaches 1.0 meter in height, with 4–6 fruits per cluster, each weighing around 60-70 grams. The fruit is flat-round in shape with a bronze hue on the outside. When cut, the flesh is greenish-yellow with large seed cavities. Extremely aromatic, melting texture, impressive sweetness, and a remarkable honey aftertaste. A mid-season, tall, high-yielding variety. Green, pear-shaped fruits that develop a yellow-pink blush when fully ripe. Some fruits reach 100-150 grams. The flavor is rich, sweet and sour — more sour than sweet — with fruity notes. Vibrant color, sweet flesh, and strong aroma. Top marks for sweetness!

SIMILAR VARIETIES:

There are several interesting green pear-shaped tomato varieties worth considering. They look great in salads due to their unusual color and shape, and they offer a unique balance of sweetness and acidity.

• Green Pear – known for its beautiful green color and pear-like shape. The fruits have a slightly sweet taste with a hint of tartness.

• Emerald Pear – features an emerald hue, dense flesh, and a sweet flavor, with good disease resistance.

• Green Sausage – though more elongated, this variety resembles a small pear. Green fruits with yellow stripes, firm flesh, and sweet taste.

• Green Giant – a large-fruited variety with pear-like shape. Delicious and disease-resistant, the fruits are juicy and sweet.

Benefits of green pear-shaped varieties:

• Unusual appearance – their green color and pear shape make them visually appealing and unique, adding charm to salads and dishes.

• Interesting flavor – green tomatoes often have a sweet taste with tangy and spicy notes. Many find their flavor more complex and layered, especially when fresh.

• Low acidity – most green varieties have reduced acidity, making them mild and pleasant, especially for those sensitive to acids.

• Disease resistance – many green varieties show high resistance to late blight and other common tomato diseases.

• Good yield – most green pear-shaped varieties are highly productive and have a long harvesting period.

• Culinary versatility – suitable not only for fresh salads but also for canning, sauces, and pastes, maintaining their color and shape.

BUY QUEEN ALIQUIPPA SEEDS:

You can order seeds through the store’s website. Worldwide shipping is available by post. The shop operates year-round. New collections are released closer to late autumn. Green pear-shaped tomatoes are an excellent choice for those who want to add originality to their garden and diversify their tomato flavor palette. Wishing you success and a great harvest!