{"product_id":"ga-tomate-black-from-tula-bio","title":"Organic 'Black from Tula' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"181\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"181\"\u003eOrganic 'Black From Tula' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from Gaia seed company, one of the most flavorful black tomatoes in the world: deep, smoky, velvety and superbly reliable\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"735\"\u003eThe 'Black From Tula' tomato is a true classic among black varieties, often cited by seed conservators and passionate gardeners as \u003cstrong data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"392\"\u003eone of the most flavorful heirloom tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e ever grown. Indeterminate and vigorous, it produces \u003cstrong data-start=\"470\" data-end=\"502\"\u003esuperb 8-12 oz. fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e in 70–80 days, with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"541\"\u003edeep, almost black chocolate color\u003c\/strong\u003e and dense, velvety, intensely aromatic flesh. Its flavor is \u003cstrong data-start=\"615\" data-end=\"653\"\u003ecomplex, smoky, and slightly sweet\u003c\/strong\u003e , with a unique depth that makes it an exceptional tasting tomato.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003eLikely originating from a \u003cstrong data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"785\"\u003eUkrainian\u003c\/strong\u003e family, it is renowned for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"862\"\u003ereliability in a wide variety of climates\u003c\/strong\u003e , including shorter or irregular summers. This variety is perfect for flavorful slices, rich salads, heirloom tomato platters, and any recipe where flavor should shine above all else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Basil, parsley, carrot, asparagus, alliums, celery, borage, marigold, calendula, mint, sage, peppers, dill (until mature)\u003cbr data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003eNegative plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Potato, corn, kohlrabi, beetroot, fennel, peas, squash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1640\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1360\"\u003eSpread\/Carry\u003c\/strong\u003e : Indeterminate, vigorous\u003cbr data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1408\"\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 150 to 200 cm \u003cbr data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1426\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1449\"\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 25 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada\u003cbr data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1526\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e : Very strong dark flavor, complex smoky notes, Ukrainian origin, remarkable adaptation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1907\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Dark chocolate \/ dark mahogany\u003cbr data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1699\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Round to flattened (beefsteak)\u003cbr data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"1752\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1781\"\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : 8 to 12 oz\u003cbr data-start=\"1793\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1796\" data-end=\"1813\"\u003eType of fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e : Black beefsteak\u003cbr data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1833\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1852\"\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Velvety, dense, juicy, with a deep and smoky flavor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1909\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"1937\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"1937\"\u003eFarming method\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"2229\"\u003eSow indoors \u003cstrong data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"2005\"\u003e6 to 8 weeks before planting time\u003c\/strong\u003e . 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Plant in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2395\" data-end=\"2411\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e , with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2453\"\u003eregular watering (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e . \u003cstrong data-start=\"2458\" data-end=\"2478\"\u003eSturdy staking\u003c\/strong\u003e is essential to support the heavy fruit and vigorous growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"2556\" data-end=\"2559\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2561\" data-end=\"2592\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2565\" data-end=\"2592\"\u003eHarvesting and preservation\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2594\" data-end=\"2923\"\u003eHarvest when the fruit reaches a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2638\" data-end=\"2665\"\u003edeep chocolate color\u003c\/strong\u003e and is slightly soft to the touch. To advance the harvest, pick at the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2735\" data-end=\"2752\"\u003efirst sign of blush\u003c\/strong\u003e , then allow to ripen off the vine at \u003cstrong data-start=\"2786\" data-end=\"2803\"\u003e22°C or higher\u003c\/strong\u003e . 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