{"product_id":"ga-tomate-banana-leg-bio","title":"Organic 'Banana Leg' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Banana Leg' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, an elongated yellow tomato, fleshy, sweet and perfect for sauces and golden preserves\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Banana Leg' tomato lives up to its name: its \u003cstrong\u003elong, narrow, bright yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e fruits, reminiscent of small bananas, brighten up the plant and the garden. Determinate and productive in \u003cstrong\u003emid-season\u003c\/strong\u003e , this heirloom variety offers an abundant harvest of \u003cstrong\u003emeaty, firm tomatoes with very few seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e , making it an exceptional choice for \u003cstrong\u003eyellow sauces, colorful preserves, golden coulis\u003c\/strong\u003e , and creative recipes that take advantage of its dense texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Sweet, slightly fruity, and very versatile, 'Banana Leg' adds a bright touch to salads, but truly shines in the kitchen thanks to its generous flesh and consistent yield. A must-have for gardeners who love original, productive, and delicious varieties.\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\/carrying habit\u003c\/strong\u003e : Determined, compact, and productive\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 120 to 150 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 : Elongated yellow fruits, very meaty flesh, few seeds, ideal for yellow sauces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Bright yellow\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Elongated (like a \"banana\")\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Small to medium\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit type\u003c\/strong\u003e : Yellow-fleshed tomato \/ sauce\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Meaty, firm, sweet, few seeds\u003c\/p\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 planting out\u003c\/strong\u003e . Place the seeds \u003cstrong\u003e3–6 mm (1\/8–1\/4\")\u003c\/strong\u003e deep in a light potting mix, and maintain a temperature between \u003cstrong\u003e23 and 29 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e for germination in \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e . Reduce watering and nitrogen during hardening off to produce short, sturdy seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Transplant when there is no longer a risk of frost. Space plants \u003cstrong\u003e60–90 cm (24–36\")\u003c\/strong\u003e apart, with \u003cstrong\u003e120–180 cm (4–6')\u003c\/strong\u003e between rows. Provide \u003cstrong\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eregular watering\u003c\/strong\u003e (level 3). Although the variety is determinate, \u003cstrong\u003elight staking\u003c\/strong\u003e is helpful to support the elongated fruit clusters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting and preservation\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eHarvest when the fruits are a \u003cstrong\u003euniform bright yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e and slightly soft. To get an earlier harvest, pick when the tomato shows its \u003cstrong\u003efirst golden blush\u003c\/strong\u003e , then let it ripen at \u003cstrong\u003e22°C or higher\u003c\/strong\u003e . Store between \u003cstrong\u003e12–21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e , at \u003cstrong\u003e95% relative humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e , to maintain their firmness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eUsage ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e • Ideal for smooth, glossy \u003cstrong\u003eyellow sauces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e • Perfect for \u003cstrong\u003egolden coulis\u003c\/strong\u003e , unique in the kitchen\u003cbr\u003e • Delicious in \u003cstrong\u003efresh salads\u003c\/strong\u003e , vibrant color\u003cbr\u003e • Excellent \u003cstrong\u003efor roasting\u003c\/strong\u003e , concentrating its sweetness\u003cbr\u003e • Beautiful for \u003cstrong\u003edecorative preserves\u003c\/strong\u003e thanks to its original shape\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e 'Banana Leg' is a bright, original and culinary variety: a perfect tomato for those looking for a fruit that is beautiful, productive and exceptional in sauce.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075561840800,"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_BananaLeg_bioGaia.jpg?v=1765312163","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-banana-leg-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}