{"product_id":"ga-tomate-candy-stripe-bio","title":"Organic 'Candy Stripe' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Candy Stripe' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a spectacular striped beefsteak, sweet, juicy and generous in very large fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Candy Stripe' tomato is a dazzling heirloom variety, as beautiful as it is delicious. Indeterminate and vigorous, it develops a sprawling habit, reaching up to \u003cstrong\u003e6 feet tall\u003c\/strong\u003e , while producing impressive \u003cstrong\u003e1- to 2-pound\u003c\/strong\u003e fruits. These juicy beefsteaks feature a stunning \u003cstrong\u003ered and yellow marbling\u003c\/strong\u003e , with shoulders that develop a delicate \u003cstrong\u003epink hue\u003c\/strong\u003e as they ripen. Their flesh is sweet, slightly tangy, very juicy, and contains \u003cstrong\u003every few seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e —a valuable asset for those who enjoy large, flavorful slices and homemade sauces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e With its high productivity and unique appearance, 'Candy Stripe' shines as much in the vegetable garden as on the plate. It is a variety particularly appreciated by gardeners who love generous, colorful, and intensely flavorful tomatoes.\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 : Indeterminate, sprawling\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 150 to 180 cm (5–6')\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 : Large, bi-colored beefsteaks, very few seeds, high yields, pink shoulders when mature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Red and yellow striped, pink shoulders\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Large, ribbed, beefsteak\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Very large (1–2 lb)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eType of fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e : Two-tone beefsteak\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Juicy, sweet, slightly tangy, few seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarming method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Sow indoors \u003cstrong\u003e6 to 8 weeks before planting out\u003c\/strong\u003e . Place the seeds \u003cstrong\u003e3–6 mm (1\/8–1\/4\")\u003c\/strong\u003e deep in a light potting mix, and maintain a temperature of \u003cstrong\u003e23–29 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e for germination in \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e . Then reduce water and nitrogen during the acclimation period to encourage vigorous growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Transplant once the risk of frost has passed. Space plants \u003cstrong\u003e60 to 90 cm (24–36\")\u003c\/strong\u003e apart, and leave \u003cstrong\u003e120 to 180 cm (4–6')\u003c\/strong\u003e between rows. Grow in \u003cstrong\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e , with \u003cstrong\u003eregular watering (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e , and provide \u003cstrong\u003every sturdy staking\u003c\/strong\u003e , essential for supporting its large 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 has fully developed its \u003cstrong\u003ered-yellow mottling\u003c\/strong\u003e and the shoulders have turned a pinkish hue. To speed up the season, pick the fruit when it shows 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 between \u003cstrong\u003e12–21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e , at \u003cstrong\u003e95% relative humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e , to preserve its 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 • Delicious \u003cstrong\u003ein thick slices\u003c\/strong\u003e , for burgers and tasting platters\u003cbr\u003e • Wonderful in \u003cstrong\u003etwo-tone salads\u003c\/strong\u003e , juicy and sweet\u003cbr\u003e • Delicious \u003cstrong\u003ein mild sauces\u003c\/strong\u003e or colorful coulis\u003cbr\u003e • Perfect for \u003cstrong\u003etrays of heirloom tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e , with its flamboyant pattern\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Candy Stripe' tomato is a true spectacle in the garden and on the table: massive, colorful, juicy, and full of sweetness. A generous and magnificent heirloom variety, essential for lovers of large striped tomatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075563708576,"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_CandyStripe_bioGaia.jpg?v=1765301366","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-candy-stripe-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}