{"product_id":"ga-tomate-burbank-bio","title":"Organic 'Burbank' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Burbank' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a classic from Luther Burbank: robust, tasty, productive and suited to dry climates\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Selected in \u003cstrong\u003e1915 by the legendary breeder Luther Burbank\u003c\/strong\u003e , the 'Burbank' tomato is a heritage variety renowned for its hardiness and ability to produce abundantly even in difficult conditions. Determinate and vigorous, it forms compact and sturdy plants that produce \u003cstrong\u003ebeautiful, round, 3- to 4-inch fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e of a \u003cstrong\u003edeep red color\u003c\/strong\u003e , with a pronounced flavor that blends \u003cstrong\u003esweetness, acidity, and aromatic richness\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eDrought-tolerant, disease-resistant, and even \u003cstrong\u003erich in amino acids\u003c\/strong\u003e , 'Burbank' excels in \u003cstrong\u003edry climates\u003c\/strong\u003e but also performs admirably in \u003cstrong\u003ecooler\u003c\/strong\u003e regions. Its firm, uniform fruit is perfect for \u003cstrong\u003eslicing\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003esandwiches\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003ecanning\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003esalsas\u003c\/strong\u003e , and everyday use. It is a reliable, productive, and versatile tomato, highly valued by both home gardeners and commercial growers.\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\/carry\u003c\/strong\u003e : Determinate, compact\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 120 to 150 cm (4–5')\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 : Drought tolerant, disease resistant, rich in amino acids, Luther Burbank variety\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Deep red\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Round\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Medium (3–4\")\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit type\u003c\/strong\u003e : Slicer \/ table tomato\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Firm, juicy, pronounced sweet and tangy 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 outdoors\u003c\/strong\u003e . Sow seeds \u003cstrong\u003e3–6 mm (1\/8–1\/4\") deep\u003c\/strong\u003e in a light potting mix. Maintain a temperature of \u003cstrong\u003e23–29 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e for germination in \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e . Reduce water and nitrogen during hardening off to produce sturdy, compact seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTransplant when all risk of frost has passed. Space plants \u003cstrong\u003e30–45 cm (12–18\")\u003c\/strong\u003e apart, with \u003cstrong\u003e120–180 cm (4–6')\u003c\/strong\u003e between rows. Provide \u003cstrong\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003eregular watering (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e , and, if desired, \u003cstrong\u003elight staking\u003c\/strong\u003e to support the fruit load.\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 turns a \u003cstrong\u003euniform deep red\u003c\/strong\u003e . To get a head start, pick the fruit showing its \u003cstrong\u003efirst signs of color\u003c\/strong\u003e , then let it ripen at \u003cstrong\u003e22°C or higher\u003c\/strong\u003e outside the vineyard. Store at \u003cstrong\u003e12–21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003e95% relative humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e to maintain its firmness and juiciness.\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\u003esliced\u003c\/strong\u003e : sandwiches, burgers, salads\u003cbr\u003e • Ideal for \u003cstrong\u003ecanning\u003c\/strong\u003e and sauces\u003cbr\u003e • Delicious in \u003cstrong\u003efresh salsas\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e• Excellent for \u003cstrong\u003eroasting\u003c\/strong\u003e or incorporating into everyday dishes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Burbank' tomato is a jewel of horticultural heritage: hardy, flavorful, reliable, and generous. 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