{"product_id":"ga-tomate-aussie-bio","title":"Organic 'Aussie' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"164\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"164\"\u003eOrganic 'Aussie' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a juicy, sweet and spectacular Australian giant for lovers of colossal fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"578\"\u003e The 'Aussie' tomato lives up to its name: a true giant from Australia. Indeterminate, vigorous, and generous, it produces \u003cstrong data-start=\"301\" data-end=\"329\"\u003ejumbo fruits weighing 1 to 2 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e , massive, meaty, and perfect for thick slices or gourmet sandwiches. Its flavor is reminiscent of classic red tomatoes: \u003cstrong data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"525\"\u003esweet, balanced, rich, and perfectly juicy\u003c\/strong\u003e , with a touch of acidity that enhances its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"946\"\u003eThanks to its robust, tall plants, 'Aussie' offers excellent performance in the garden, but requires \u003cstrong data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"705\"\u003esturdy staking\u003c\/strong\u003e , as the fruits quickly reach impressive sizes. An ideal heirloom variety for those seeking incredibly large tomatoes, perfect for summer plates and recipes where the tomato takes center stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"951\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"953\" data-end=\"1201\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"953\" data-end=\"974\"\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Basil, parsley, carrot, asparagus, alliums, celery, borage, marigold, calendula, mint, sage, peppers, dill (until mature)\u003cbr data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003eNegative plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Potato, corn, kohlrabi, beetroot, fennel, peas, squash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003eSpread\/Carry\u003c\/strong\u003e : Indeterminate, very vigorous\u003cbr data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1276\"\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 180 to 240 cm \u003cbr data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1294\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 25 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada\u003cbr data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e : Jumbo fruit (1–2 lb), excellent classic flavor, very juicy, Australian origin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1525\"\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Bright red\u003cbr data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1560\"\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Large and massive beefsteak\u003cbr data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1591\" data-end=\"1620\"\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Very large (1 to 2 lb)\u003cbr data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1663\"\u003eType of fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e : Jumbo beefsteak\u003cbr data-start=\"1681\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Juicy, sweet, balanced, very meaty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1754\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003eFarming method\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003eSow indoors \u003cstrong data-start=\"1801\" data-end=\"1839\"\u003e6 to 8 weeks before planting out\u003c\/strong\u003e . Bury the seeds \u003cstrong data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003e3–6 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e deep in a light potting mix and maintain a temperature of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1931\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003e23–29°C\u003c\/strong\u003e for germination in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"1986\"\u003e5 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e . Reduce watering and nitrogen during hardening off to produce strong, well-structured seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2412\"\u003eTransplant when all risk of frost has passed. Leave \u003cstrong data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003e60 to 90 cm (24–36\")\u003c\/strong\u003e between plants and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2205\" data-end=\"2228\"\u003e120 to 180 cm (4–6')\u003c\/strong\u003e between rows. Provide \u003cstrong data-start=\"2256\" data-end=\"2283\"\u003efull sun (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2320\"\u003eregular watering (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e , and install \u003cstrong data-start=\"2337\" data-end=\"2363\"\u003every sturdy staking\u003c\/strong\u003e , essential for supporting its enormous fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"2414\" data-end=\"2417\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2419\" data-end=\"2450\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2423\" data-end=\"2450\"\u003eHarvesting and preservation\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2452\" data-end=\"2757\"\u003eHarvest when the fruits are bright red and slightly soft. To get an early start, pick when the tomato shows its \u003cstrong data-start=\"2583\" data-end=\"2600\"\u003efirst blush\u003c\/strong\u003e , then let it ripen at \u003cstrong data-start=\"2623\" data-end=\"2640\"\u003e22°C or higher\u003c\/strong\u003e . Store your harvest between \u003cstrong data-start=\"2671\" data-end=\"2683\"\u003e12–21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e , with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2690\" data-end=\"2718\"\u003e95% relative humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e , to preserve its juicy flesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"2759\" data-end=\"2762\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2764\" data-end=\"2791\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2768\" data-end=\"2791\"\u003eUsage ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2793\" data-end=\"3093\"\u003e • Perfect \u003cstrong data-start=\"2804\" data-end=\"2827\"\u003ein giant slices\u003c\/strong\u003e for sandwiches, burgers or antipasti\u003cbr data-start=\"2865\" data-end=\"2868\"\u003e • Magnificent in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2884\" data-end=\"2917\"\u003etrays of heirloom tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e , with its impressive dimensions\u003cbr data-start=\"2955\" data-end=\"2958\"\u003e • Delicious \u003cstrong data-start=\"2971\" data-end=\"2991\"\u003ein summer salads\u003c\/strong\u003e , juicy and balanced \u003cbr data-start=\"3014\" data-end=\"3017\"\u003e• Excellent for \u003cstrong data-start=\"3035\" data-end=\"3057\"\u003egentle cooking\u003c\/strong\u003e , concentrating its natural sweetness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3100\" data-end=\"3328\"\u003e 'Aussie' is a variety for those who want something spectacular: huge, juicy, sweet, and bountiful. 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