{"product_id":"ga-tomate-cherokee-carbon-f1-bio","title":"Organic 'Cherokee Carbon F1' tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e'Cherokee Carbon' F1 organic tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a dark purple hybrid, robust, productive and with a remarkable flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Cherokee Carbon' F1 tomato combines two legends: the aromatic depth of \u003cstrong\u003eCherokee Purple\u003c\/strong\u003e and the hardiness of \u003cstrong\u003eCarbon\u003c\/strong\u003e , resulting in an exceptional hybrid that resists cracking and yields generously until the first frosts. Indeterminate and vigorous, it produces \u003cstrong\u003e10-12 oz. deep purple\u003c\/strong\u003e fruits with an almost velvety beauty. Its flavor is rich, sweet, and slightly smoky, with the characteristic complexity of dark-colored heirloom tomatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eDeveloped by \u003cstrong\u003ePanAmerican Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e , this variety offers superior performance: improved uniformity, excellent physiological resistance, continuous production, and remarkable garden vigor. An ideal hybrid for gardeners who want all the flavor of a heritage variety… with the reliability of a modern one.\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, vigorous\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 150 to 200 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 : F1 hybrid, crack resistant, production until frost, Cherokee heritage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Dark purple\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Flattened round\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Large (10–12 oz)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit type\u003c\/strong\u003e : Hybrid purple beefsteak\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Juicy, dense, with a deep and slightly smoky 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 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. Maintain a temperature of \u003cstrong\u003e23–29 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e to encourage rapid germination (5 to 10 days). Then reduce watering and nitrogen during the acclimation period to produce vigorous plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTransplant when all risk of frost has passed. Space plants \u003cstrong\u003e60–90 cm (24–36\")\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 \u003cstrong\u003esturdy staking\u003c\/strong\u003e , which is necessary to support the heavy fruit throughout the season.\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 fruits turn a \u003cstrong\u003edeep purple\u003c\/strong\u003e and become slightly soft. To get an early start, pick tomatoes that have already begun \u003cstrong\u003eto color\u003c\/strong\u003e , then let them ripen off the vine at \u003cstrong\u003e22°C or higher\u003c\/strong\u003e . Store between \u003cstrong\u003e12–21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e95% relative humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e to maintain their firm texture.\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\u003ein thick slices\u003c\/strong\u003e , rich and juicy \u003cbr\u003e• Excellent for \u003cstrong\u003esandwiches, gourmet burgers\u003c\/strong\u003e , fresh dishes\u003cbr\u003e • Stunning in \u003cstrong\u003etrays of heirloom tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e , thanks to its dark color\u003cbr\u003e • Delicious \u003cstrong\u003ewhen cooked gently\u003c\/strong\u003e , which concentrates its sweet and smoky notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Cherokee Carbon' F1 tomato is an exceptional hybrid: dark, flavorful, robust, and incredibly productive. 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