{"product_id":"ga-tomate-blue-gold-bio","title":"Organic 'Blue Gold' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"694\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"694\"\u003eOrganic 'Blue Gold' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a vibrant blue-gold bicolor, fruity, juicy and rich in anthocyanins\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"696\" data-end=\"1106\"\u003eThe 'Blue Gold' tomato is a spectacular heirloom variety, renowned for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"830\"\u003eunique contrast between the anthocyanin blue-violet\u003c\/strong\u003e —which develops on the sun-exposed shoulders—and a \u003cstrong data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"914\"\u003ebrilliant golden-yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e that intensifies as it ripens. Medium-sized and round, it often displays a beautiful gradient from dark blue to gold, sometimes with a subtle pink blush near the stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1108\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003e Its juicy flesh has a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003efruity, sweet, slightly tangy, and very well-balanced flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e , ideal for salads, slices, or as a garnish tomato. From the new pigmented varieties, it is also prized for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003ehigh anthocyanin content\u003c\/strong\u003e , natural antioxidants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003eThe plants are \u003cstrong data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003evigorous, indeterminate, and productive\u003c\/strong\u003e , offering a consistent harvest throughout the season. 'Blue Gold' is also known for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003egood resistance to downy mildew\u003c\/strong\u003e , making it an excellent choice for humid or unstable climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1669\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"439\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"212\"\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Basil, parsley, carrot, asparagus, alliums, celery, borage, marigold, calendula, mint, sage, peppers, dill (until mature)\u003cbr data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"348\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"368\"\u003eNegative plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Potato, corn, kohlrabi, beetroot, fennel, peas, squash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"441\" data-end=\"716\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"441\" data-end=\"461\"\u003eSpread\/carry\u003c\/strong\u003e : Indeterminate, robust\u003cbr data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"487\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"487\" data-end=\"507\"\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 150 to 180 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"525\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"525\" data-end=\"548\"\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 25 seeds \u003cbr data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"564\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"581\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada\u003cbr data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"625\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"643\"\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e : Bicolored blue-gold, rich in anthocyanins, high resistance to downy mildew\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"961\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"740\"\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Blue-violet skin, yellow-gold flesh\u003cbr data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"778\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"798\"\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Round\u003cbr data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"809\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"809\" data-end=\"838\"\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Average\u003cbr data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"851\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"868\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eFruit type\u003c\/strong\u003e : Colorful table tomato\u003cbr data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"897\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"916\"\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Juicy, fruity, balanced sweet and sour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1 data-start=\"2562\" data-end=\"2579\"\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2581\" data-end=\"2858\"\u003eSow indoors \u003cstrong data-start=\"2601\" data-end=\"2640\"\u003e6 to 8 weeks before the last frost\u003c\/strong\u003e . Sow \u003cstrong data-start=\"2650\" data-end=\"2671\"\u003e3–6 mm (1\/8–1\/4\")\u003c\/strong\u003e deep in a light potting mix and maintain \u003cstrong data-start=\"2707\" data-end=\"2721\"\u003e23–29°C\u003c\/strong\u003e for germination in 5 to 10 days. Reduce watering and nitrogen during hardening off to produce sturdy, compact seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2860\" data-end=\"3192\"\u003e Transplant once all risk of frost has passed. Space plants \u003cstrong data-start=\"2933\" data-end=\"2947\"\u003e60 to 90 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2953\" data-end=\"2969\"\u003e120 to 180 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e between rows. Choose a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3001\" data-end=\"3017\"\u003esunny location\u003c\/strong\u003e , essential for developing blue pigmentation. Water regularly ( \u003cstrong data-start=\"3091\" data-end=\"3103\"\u003elevel 3\u003c\/strong\u003e ) and provide \u003cstrong data-start=\"3121\" data-end=\"3142\"\u003esturdy support\u003c\/strong\u003e , as the plants are vigorous and laden with fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"3194\" data-end=\"3197\"\u003e\n\n \u003ch1 data-start=\"3199\" data-end=\"3224\"\u003eHarvesting and preservation\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3226\" data-end=\"3538\"\u003e Harvest when the base of the fruit turns \u003cstrong data-start=\"3268\" data-end=\"3284\"\u003ea bright golden yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e and the blue-violet shoulders are a deep dark color. To get a head start, harvest at the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3372\" data-end=\"3389\"\u003efirst sign of blush\u003c\/strong\u003e , then let the fruit ripen off the vine at \u003cstrong data-start=\"3423\" data-end=\"3432\"\u003e22°C\u003c\/strong\u003e . 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