{"product_id":"ga-tomate-berkeley-tie-dye-bio","title":"Organic 'Berkeley Tie Dye' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"160\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"160\"\u003eOrganic 'Berkeley Tie Dye' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from Gaia seed company, a psychedelic Californian tomato with hypnotic marbling and rich flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"596\"\u003eThe 'Berkeley Tie Dye' tomato, originating in California, is one of the most visually striking varieties in modern heirloom. Its fruits display a \u003cstrong data-start=\"316\" data-end=\"361\"\u003espectacular pattern of yellow-green stripes\u003c\/strong\u003e across a \u003cstrong data-start=\"386\" data-end=\"413\"\u003edeep purplish-red\u003c\/strong\u003e skin, giving the impression of a hand-painted fruit. Inside, the flesh \u003cstrong data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"520\"\u003e, marbled with red, green, and gold,\u003c\/strong\u003e reflects the same intensity, creating a unique tie-dye effect—hence its name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"598\" data-end=\"980\"\u003eIndeterminate and vigorous, it produces \u003cstrong data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"679\"\u003emedium to large (6–10 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e fleshy, juicy fruits with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"732\"\u003ecomplex flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e , a blend of fruity sweetness, bright acidity, and the aromatic depth characteristic of darker varieties. It has quickly become a favorite among gardeners and chefs seeking an exceptional tomato for both the plate and the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"985\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Basil, parsley, carrot, asparagus, alliums, celery, borage, marigold, calendula, mint, sage, peppers, dill (until mature)\u003cbr data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1144\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1164\"\u003eNegative plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Potato, corn, kohlrabi, beetroot, fennel, peas, squash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003eSpread\/Carry\u003c\/strong\u003e : Indeterminate, vigorous\u003cbr data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 150 to 200 cm \u003cbr data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1323\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 25 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1362\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1379\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada\u003cbr data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1441\"\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e : Yellow-green tie-dye stripes, marbled flesh, excellent flavor, modern Californian variety\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1799\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Purplish-red with yellow-green stripes\u003cbr data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Round to flattened\u003cbr data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1674\"\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : 6 to 10 cm (XL)\u003cbr data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1694\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1711\"\u003eFruit type\u003c\/strong\u003e : Marbled beefsteak\u003cbr data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1752\"\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Juicy, meaty, rich and complex flavor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1801\" data-end=\"1804\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1806\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003eFarming method\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"2117\"\u003eSow indoors \u003cstrong data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1890\"\u003e6 to 8 weeks before the last frost\u003c\/strong\u003e . 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