{"product_id":"ga-tomate-black-seaman-bio","title":"Organic 'Black Seaman' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Black Seaman' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, an early-maturing, creamy, full-bodied Russian black tomato, sublime in sandwiches\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Black Seaman' tomato is an exceptional Russian heirloom variety, prized for its \u003cstrong\u003edeep black flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e , early maturity, and beautiful fruit. Determinate—a rarity for a black tomato—it produces a generous crop of \u003cstrong\u003elarge, 12-16 oz. fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e , a \u003cstrong\u003erich mahogany color\u003c\/strong\u003e adorned with \u003cstrong\u003eolive-green shoulders\u003c\/strong\u003e when ripe. Inside, the flesh is \u003cstrong\u003edark red with green undertones\u003c\/strong\u003e , dense, creamy, juicy, and boasts a \u003cstrong\u003efull-bodied, complex, and intense flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e , ideal for sandwiches, gourmet salads, and tasting plates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003epotato-leaf\u003c\/strong\u003e plants are robust, productive, and well-suited to \u003cstrong\u003emedium-sized garden containers\u003c\/strong\u003e . Thanks to its early maturity, 'Black Seaman' allows you to enjoy a high-quality black tomato early in the season, making it a valuable choice for gardeners in cooler climates.\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 : Determined, vigorous\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 90 to 120 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 : Early Russian black tomato, large mahogany-olive fruit, creamy and full-bodied flesh, ideal for containers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Dark mahogany with olive green shoulders\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Round to slightly flattened\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : 340 to 450 g (12–16 oz)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eType of fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e : Black beefsteak\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Juicy, creamy, full-bodied and complex 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\u003c\/strong\u003e before transplanting. Sow seeds \u003cstrong\u003e3–6 mm (1\/8–1\/4\")\u003c\/strong\u003e deep in a light potting mix, then 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 produce strong, compact seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTransplant after all risk of frost has passed. Space plants \u003cstrong\u003e30 to 45 cm (12 to 18 inches)\u003c\/strong\u003e apart, with \u003cstrong\u003e120 to 180 cm (4 to 6 feet)\u003c\/strong\u003e between rows. Plant in \u003cstrong\u003efull sun (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e and water regularly ( \u003cstrong\u003elevel 3\u003c\/strong\u003e ). \u003cstrong\u003eStaking is recommended\u003c\/strong\u003e , even for determinate varieties, due to the heavy weight of the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting and preservation\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Harvest when the fruit has reached a \u003cstrong\u003edeep mahogany color\u003c\/strong\u003e , with well-defined olive-green shoulders, and yields slightly to pressure. To advance the season, pick at the \u003cstrong\u003efirst sign of blush\u003c\/strong\u003e , then allow to ripen off the vine at \u003cstrong\u003e22°C or above\u003c\/strong\u003e . Store at \u003cstrong\u003e12–21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e , with a relative humidity of around \u003cstrong\u003e95%\u003c\/strong\u003e , to preserve their creamy flesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eUsage ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e• Exceptional \u003cstrong\u003ein sandwiches\u003c\/strong\u003e , thanks to its creamy texture and powerful dark flavor\u003cbr\u003e • Delicious \u003cstrong\u003ein gourmet salads\u003c\/strong\u003e , where its mahogany-olive palette shines\u003cbr\u003e • Perfect for \u003cstrong\u003etasting platters\u003c\/strong\u003e , rich and complex flavor\u003cbr\u003e • Very good, \u003cstrong\u003egently roasted\u003c\/strong\u003e , which further intensifies its full-bodied notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Black Seaman'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e tomato is one of the finest early black tomatoes: velvety, full-bodied, elegant, and generous. A Russian heirloom variety that delivers unparalleled depth of flavor right from the start of the season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075562987680,"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_Black_Seaman_bio_Gaia.jpg?v=1765308155","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-black-seaman-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}