{"product_id":"ga-tomate-cosmonaut-volkov-bio","title":"Organic 'Cosmonaut Volkov' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Cosmonaut Volkov' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a robust, juicy, productive Ukrainian variety with a rich sweet and sour flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Cosmonaut Volkov' tomato is a Ukrainian heirloom variety highly prized for its \u003cstrong\u003ereliability\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003eabundant productivity\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong\u003ecomplex flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e , blending sweetness and acidity in remarkable balance. Indeterminate and vigorous, it produces \u003cstrong\u003elarge, juicy red fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e , perfect for gourmet sandwiches, homemade sauces, or fresh dishes. Its aftertaste is particularly delicious, leaving a deep and lingering note typical of the best heirloom tomatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis variety excels in \u003cstrong\u003ecooler conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e , continuing to produce steadily until the first frosts. It is resistant to cracking, making it an excellent choice for gardens where moisture fluctuations are common. A variety recommended for its consistency, yield, and exceptional flavor—everything gardeners look for.\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, very vigorous\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 180 to 210 cm (6–7')\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 : Very productive, excellent in cool climates, little cracking, complex sweet and sour flavor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Deep red\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Round to slightly flattened\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Large (L)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit type\u003c\/strong\u003e : Table tomato \/ all-purpose sauce\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Juicy, dense, rich and balanced 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 . Plant 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 promote germination in \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e . Reduce water and nitrogen during the hardening-off period to strengthen the seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTransplant 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. Provide \u003cstrong\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003eregular watering (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e , and install \u003cstrong\u003esturdy supports\u003c\/strong\u003e , necessary to support the heavy crops.\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 \u003cstrong\u003ea uniform red\u003c\/strong\u003e and is slightly soft. To advance the season, pick fruit that has already begun \u003cstrong\u003eto 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 , under \u003cstrong\u003e95% relative humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e , to preserve its texture and aroma.\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 for sandwiches and burgers\u003cbr\u003e • Excellent in \u003cstrong\u003ehomemade sauces\u003c\/strong\u003e , thanks to its aromatic richness \u003cbr\u003e• Delicious \u003cstrong\u003ein heirloom tomato salads\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e • Ideal for \u003cstrong\u003eroasting or simmering\u003c\/strong\u003e , concentrating its sweet and sour flavor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Cosmonaut Volkov' tomato is a hero of the vegetable garden: robust, flavorful, productive, and ideal for cooler climates. An essential heirloom variety for gardeners who want a reliable red tomato, rich in taste and worthy of its illustrious name.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075564527776,"sku":"GAI-SEMENCES","price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/Tomate_CosmonautVolkov_bioGaia.jpg?v=1765296352","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-cosmonaut-volkov-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}