{"product_id":"ga-tomate-delicious-bio","title":"Organic 'Delicious' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Delicious' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a giant red steak, meaty, aromatic and worthy of its name\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Delicious' tomato is an iconic heirloom variety, famous for producing some of the \u003cstrong\u003elargest fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e in the world of heritage tomatoes. Indeterminate, vigorous, and highly productive, it forms impressive red beefsteaks ranging from \u003cstrong\u003e500g to over 2kg (1 to 4lb)\u003c\/strong\u003e — magnificent monsters in the garden and on the table. Their flesh is \u003cstrong\u003efirm, meaty, and juicy\u003c\/strong\u003e , with a \u003cstrong\u003esmall seed cavity\u003c\/strong\u003e , making them perfect for thick slices, tasting platters, and recipes where a rich texture is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis variety is also prized for its \u003cstrong\u003eresistance to cracking\u003c\/strong\u003e and its ability to develop a deep, wonderfully aromatic flavor even in \u003cstrong\u003ecool nighttime\u003c\/strong\u003e conditions, where other tomatoes lose intensity. 'Delicious' lives up to its name: it's a robust, flavorful, impressive, and rewarding tomato to grow.\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 : 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 : Giant fruits (up to 2 kg), rich flavor even when cold, resistance to cracking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Bright red\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Massive beefsteak\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Very large to gigantic (1–4 lb)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit type\u003c\/strong\u003e : Giant beefsteak\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Meaty, dense, juicy, fragrant, few seeds\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 . Sow 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 rapid germination (5 to 10 days). Reduce water and nitrogen during hardening off to develop strong seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTransplant once all risk of frost has passed. 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 (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003eregular watering (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e , and install \u003cstrong\u003every sturdy supports\u003c\/strong\u003e : the giant fruits require significant support.\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 tomatoes turn a \u003cstrong\u003edeep red\u003c\/strong\u003e and begin to yield slightly to pressure. To get a head start, pick the fruit as soon as it begins \u003cstrong\u003eto 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 and \u003cstrong\u003e95% relative humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e to maintain 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 • Exceptional \u003cstrong\u003ein thick slices\u003c\/strong\u003e : sandwiches, giant burgers, plates of heirloom tomatoes \u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for \u003cstrong\u003egourmet salads\u003c\/strong\u003e , thanks to its dense flesh\u003cbr\u003e • Perfect for \u003cstrong\u003egentle cooking\u003c\/strong\u003e , which concentrates its aroma\u003cbr\u003e • Impressive \u003cstrong\u003eas a star tomato\u003c\/strong\u003e in a summer meal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Delicious' tomato is a true giant of the vegetable garden: massive, flavorful, resistant, and emblematic of great heirloom varieties. A spectacular tomato for gardeners seeking an exceptional fruit in both size and taste.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075564822688,"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_Delicious_bioGaia.jpg?v=1765294351","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-delicious-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}