{"product_id":"ga-tomate-blush-2-0-bio","title":"Organic 'Blush 2.0' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e'Blush 2.0' organic tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, an improved version of Blush: elongated, bright, productive and less prone to cracking\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Blush 2.0' tomato is a refined and improved version of the famous \u003cem\u003eBlush\u003c\/em\u003e variety, developed by the late breeder \u003cstrong\u003eFred Hempel\u003c\/strong\u003e . Indeterminate, vigorous, and remarkably productive, it yields abundant clusters of \u003cstrong\u003eelongated, approximately 2-inch fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e , yellow-pink streaked with red, with \u003cstrong\u003ejuicy, sweet flesh that is slightly more acidic\u003c\/strong\u003e than the original. This extra touch of acidity enhances its flavor while retaining the characteristic tropical sweetness of the lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThese plants, slightly \u003cstrong\u003eshorter and stockier\u003c\/strong\u003e than Blush, are nonetheless \u003cstrong\u003eextremely productive\u003c\/strong\u003e , while also exhibiting \u003cstrong\u003eincreased resistance to cracking\u003c\/strong\u003e —a significant improvement for gardeners and market gardeners. Ideal for \u003cstrong\u003esalads\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003esnacking\u003c\/strong\u003e , and especially for \u003cstrong\u003epreserving\u003c\/strong\u003e , as their elongated shape and dense texture are perfectly suited to jarred or roasted tomato recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Adapted to \u003cstrong\u003elarge format containers\u003c\/strong\u003e , it requires \u003cstrong\u003eserious staking\u003c\/strong\u003e , as its fine and airy vines tend to become very laden.\u003c\/p\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\/growth pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e : Indeterminate, slender and upright vines\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 120 to 180 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 : An improved version of Blush, more acidic, less prone to splitting, very productive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Pinkish-yellow streaked with red\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Elongated (≈ 2\")\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Small\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit type\u003c\/strong\u003e : Elongated cherry \/ mini-paste\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Juicy, sweet, tangy, less fragile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFarming method\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eSow indoors \u003cstrong\u003e6 to 8 weeks before planting out\u003c\/strong\u003e . Cover the seeds with \u003cstrong\u003e3–6 mm (1\/8–1\/4\")\u003c\/strong\u003e of light potting mix, at \u003cstrong\u003e23–29 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e for germination in \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e . During acclimatization, reduce watering and nitrogen to strengthen the seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Transplant when the risk of frost has passed. Space plants \u003cstrong\u003e60 to 90 cm (24–36\")\u003c\/strong\u003e apart, with \u003cstrong\u003e120 to 180 cm (4–6')\u003c\/strong\u003e between rows. Provide \u003cstrong\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003eregular watering (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong\u003esturdy staking\u003c\/strong\u003e , as the vines are long, slender, and heavily laden with fruit.\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\u003eHarvest when the fruit displays its \u003cstrong\u003epink and yellow stripes\u003c\/strong\u003e , a sign of optimal ripeness. To advance the harvest, pick as soon as the \u003cstrong\u003efirst color\u003c\/strong\u003e appears, then allow to ripen off the vine at \u003cstrong\u003e22°C or higher\u003c\/strong\u003e . 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An exceptional variety for lovers of unique, fruity, and versatile tomatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075563184288,"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_Blush2.0_bioGaia.webp?v=1765303217","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-blush-2-0-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}