{"product_id":"ga-tomate-chocolate-cherry-bio","title":"Organic 'Chocolate Cherry' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Chocolate Cherry' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a sweet, juicy, purple-brown cherry with tireless productivity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Chocolate Cherry' tomato is a heirloom variety prized for its \u003cstrong\u003edeep, sweet, and slightly smoky flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e , typical of purple tomatoes. Indeterminate and extremely productive, it forms long clusters of small tomatoes \u003cstrong\u003e, about 1 inch in\u003c\/strong\u003e diameter, with \u003cstrong\u003epurple-brown\u003c\/strong\u003e skin and flesh reminiscent of dark chocolate. Its juicy texture and distinctive sweetness make it an irresistible cherry tomato, perfect for eating straight from the vine, in salads, or on heirloom tomato platters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Early (70 days) and consistent, it produces \u003cstrong\u003econtinuously\u003c\/strong\u003e throughout the season. An easy-to-love, easy-to-grow variety, and one of the best dark cherries for both gardeners and market gardeners.\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\/carrying capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e : Undetermined, very productive\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 : Purple-brown cherry, rich and sweet flavor, continuous production\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Purple\/dark brown\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Small round (1\")\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Very small\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit type\u003c\/strong\u003e : Purple cherry\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Juicy, sweet, slightly smoky\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 . Bury 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 . During the hardening-off period, reduce watering and nitrogen application to strengthen the seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Transplant when all risk of frost has passed. Space plants \u003cstrong\u003e60 to 90 cm (24–36\")\u003c\/strong\u003e apart, leaving \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 plants produce abundantly.\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 turned a uniform \u003cstrong\u003edark chocolate color\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 off the vine at \u003cstrong\u003e22°C or higher\u003c\/strong\u003e . Store at \u003cstrong\u003e12–21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e , under \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 • Perfect \u003cstrong\u003eas a snack\u003c\/strong\u003e , sweet, deep and juicy\u003cbr\u003e • Sublime \u003cstrong\u003ein multicolored salads\u003c\/strong\u003e , bringing contrast and richness\u003cbr\u003e • Excellent in \u003cstrong\u003etrays of heirloom tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e , with its dark hues\u003cbr\u003e • Delicious \u003cstrong\u003ewhen cooked gently\u003c\/strong\u003e , where its smoky notes intensify\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Chocolate Cherry' tomato is a small, dark marvel: productive, flavorful, elegant, and irresistible. A must-have heirloom variety for all lovers of rich and complex cherry tomatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075564298400,"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_ChocolateCherry_bioGaia.jpg?v=1765297486","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-chocolate-cherry-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}