{"product_id":"ga-tomate-black-and-brown-boar-bio","title":"Organic 'Black and Brown Boar' tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Black and Brown Boar' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a dark-striped variety bursting with flavor, vigorous and ultra-productive\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Black and Brown Boar' tomato, selected by Brad Gates ( \u003cem\u003eWild Boar Farms\u003c\/em\u003e ), is one of the most expressive striped varieties in the modern heirloom line. A close relative of 'Black Zebra', but \u003cstrong\u003elarger, more lobed, and even more aromatic\u003c\/strong\u003e , it produces \u003cstrong\u003e3- to 4-inch\u003c\/strong\u003e round to slightly ribbed fruits with a \u003cstrong\u003emahogany-brown skin streaked with dark green\u003c\/strong\u003e . Its flesh is dense, juicy, and rich in pigments, with a \u003cstrong\u003edeep, earthy, dark flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e typical of large black tomatoes, but with an added vibrancy inherited from \u003cem\u003eGreen Zebra\u003c\/em\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eMid-early to early maturing, extremely vigorous, and with an aggressive growing habit, this indeterminate variety offers abundant, regular, and prolonged harvests. Its fruits hold their shape well, resist cracking, and shine both in salads and fresh dishes. It's a must-have variety for those seeking \u003cstrong\u003ecomplexity, beauty, and horticultural performance\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\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\/Carry\u003c\/strong\u003e : Indeterminate, very vigorous\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 150 to 200 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 : Dark striped, descended from Green Zebra, complex earthy flavor, very productive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Mahogany-brown streaked with green\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Round to slightly lobed\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Medium to medium-large (3–4\")\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit type\u003c\/strong\u003e : Striped table tomato\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Juicy, dense, with a rich and deep dark flavor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFarming method\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Sow indoors \u003cstrong\u003e6 to 8 weeks before transplanting\u003c\/strong\u003e . Bury the seeds \u003cstrong\u003e3–6 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e deep in a light potting mix and maintain a temperature of \u003cstrong\u003e23–29 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e for germination in \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e . Reduce watering and nitrogen during hardening off to encourage growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTransplant when the risk of frost has passed. Space plants \u003cstrong\u003e60 to 90 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart, with \u003cstrong\u003e120 to 180 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e between rows. Provide \u003cstrong\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eregular watering\u003c\/strong\u003e (level 3). Install \u003cstrong\u003esturdy supports\u003c\/strong\u003e , as this variety is particularly vigorous and productive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting and preservation\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Harvest when the fruit displays its \u003cstrong\u003edark mahogany color streaked with green\u003c\/strong\u003e and becomes slightly soft. To advance the harvest, pick at the \u003cstrong\u003efirst blush\u003c\/strong\u003e , then allow to ripen off the vine at \u003cstrong\u003e22°C or above\u003c\/strong\u003e . Store between \u003cstrong\u003e12–21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e , with \u003cstrong\u003e95% relative humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e , to maintain their firmness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eUsage ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e • Perfect \u003cstrong\u003ein colorful salads\u003c\/strong\u003e , where its dark green stripes create a striking contrast \u003cbr\u003e• Delicious \u003cstrong\u003esliced\u003c\/strong\u003e , with a deep, dark flavor typical of black tomatoes\u003cbr\u003e • Ideal for \u003cstrong\u003efresh dishes\u003c\/strong\u003e : bruschetta, homemade salsa, tomato carpaccio\u003cbr\u003e • Excellent when \u003cstrong\u003ecooked gently\u003c\/strong\u003e , concentrating its complex earthy notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Black and Brown Boar'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tomato is a work of art in the art of taste: graphic, dark, refined, and incredibly generous. It embodies the Wild Boar Farms signature, wild beauty and intense flavor, for a vegetable garden that is as spectacular as it is delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075562135712,"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_BlackandBrownBoar_bioGaia.jpg?v=1765309118","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-black-and-brown-boar-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}