{"product_id":"ga-tomate-copper-river-bio","title":"Organic 'Copper River' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Copper River' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a bicolored copper-amber and bright pink, elegant, juicy and extraordinarily attractive\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Copper River' tomato, developed by \u003cstrong\u003eLynn Brown of Napa Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e , is a modern heirloom variety with sumptuous colors and generous yields. Indeterminate but with a \u003cstrong\u003ecompact, semi-determinate\u003c\/strong\u003e growth habit, it produces successive waves of \u003cstrong\u003ethin-skinned, copper-colored\u003c\/strong\u003e fruit in mid-season, which lighten as it ripens to reveal a subtle \u003cstrong\u003epale yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e and a vibrant \u003cstrong\u003e, bright pink interior\u003c\/strong\u003e . This spectacular visual combination makes it an exceptional tomato for artistic platters, farmers' markets, and horticultural rarities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eIts sweet, juicy, and slightly fruity flavor perfectly complements its tender texture and attractive appearance. 'Copper River' thus combines elegance, originality, and high yield, all in a compact plant that is easy to manage in the garden.\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 to semi-determinate compact\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 : Unique copper color, bright pink interior, productive waves, thin skin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Copper turning pale yellow, bright pink flesh \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Round to slightly flattened\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Large (XL)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eType of fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e : Modern two-tone beefsteak\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Juicy, soft, tender, thin skin\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 (73–84 °F\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 encourage strong seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Transplant after the last frost. 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. Plant in \u003cstrong\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e , with \u003cstrong\u003eregular watering (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong\u003esturdy staking\u003c\/strong\u003e , necessary to support the heavy fruit clusters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting and preservation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Harvest when the copper color changes to a light yellow and pinkish highlights appear inside. To speed up production, pick the fruit when it has reached its \u003cstrong\u003efirst color\u003c\/strong\u003e , then let it ripen off the vine at \u003cstrong\u003e22°C or above\u003c\/strong\u003e . Store at \u003cstrong\u003e12–21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e , below \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 • Magnificent \u003cstrong\u003ewhen sliced\u003c\/strong\u003e , where the copper-pink contrast is fully revealed\u003cbr\u003e • Delicious in \u003cstrong\u003efresh salads\u003c\/strong\u003e , sweet and aromatic\u003cbr\u003e • Ideal for \u003cstrong\u003egourmet plating\u003c\/strong\u003e , thanks to its color palette\u003cbr\u003e • Excellent in \u003cstrong\u003eroasted, mild or lightly caramelized dishes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Copper River' tomato is a rare and sumptuous variety: elegant, colorful, juicy, and very productive. 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