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About Pearson’s Improved

An improved version of ‘Pearson’ adapted for semi-arid regions. ‘Pearson Improved’ was bred by Dr. Oscar (O. H.) Pearson while he was the head of the breeding program at the Ferry-Morse Seed Company. It was released in 1942. Was popular in the California tomato industry as a shipping and canning variety.
Determinate, regular leaf plant produces 7 oz., red, round tomatoes with thicker skin and good taste.

Culinary Use
Paste / Sauce / Canner / Salad
Flavor Profile
Well-balanced
Flesh Color
Red
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Shape
Round
Fruit Size
Medium
Leaf Type
Regular
Maturity
Mid-season
Plant Type
Determinate
Variety
Heirloom / Open Pollinated

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