{"product_id":"ga-tomate-floragold-basket-bio","title":"Organic 'Floragold Basket' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Floragold Basket' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, an early, mini-dwarf variety, yellow-orange, with a surprisingly strong flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Floragold Basket' tomato is an absolutely charming miniature heirloom variety, designed for gardeners with very small spaces. \u003cstrong\u003eMini dwarf and early-maturing\u003c\/strong\u003e , it forms a small, compact plant \u003cstrong\u003e6 to 8 inches (15–20 cm) tall\u003c\/strong\u003e , ideal for \u003cstrong\u003e6-inch\u003c\/strong\u003e pots or window boxes. Its regular, rough foliage supports a modest number of \u003cstrong\u003esmall, yellow fruits that turn orange\u003c\/strong\u003e , but each one compensates with a \u003cstrong\u003esurprisingly strong, pronounced, and rich flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e —particularly remarkable for a yellow tomato, which is often associated with sweeter flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Even though its yield is limited—understandable for such a small variety—it remains a fantastic choice for balconies, windowsills, miniature gardens, or for gardeners looking for a compact tomato without sacrificing flavor. A small tomato that surprises with its aromatic presence!\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 : Undetermined miniature (mini-dwarf)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 15 to 20 cm (6–8\")\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 : Early mini-dwarf variety, ideal for small pots, strong flavor for a yellow variety\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Yellow turning orange\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Small round\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Very small\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit type\u003c\/strong\u003e : Miniature cherry\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Juicy, intense, pronounced 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\u003eSow indoors \u003cstrong\u003e6 to 8 weeks before planting out\u003c\/strong\u003e . Sow \u003cstrong\u003e3–6 mm (1\/8–1\/4\")\u003c\/strong\u003e deep in a light potting mix, at a temperature of \u003cstrong\u003e23–29 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e for germination in \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e . Then reduce watering and nitrogen during the acclimatization period to strengthen the seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Transplant when all risk of frost has passed. Plant in pots (minimum \u003cstrong\u003e6\"\u003c\/strong\u003e ) or directly in the ground, spacing plants \u003cstrong\u003e30–45 cm (12–18\")\u003c\/strong\u003e apart. Provide \u003cstrong\u003efull sun (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eregular watering (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e . Staking is rarely necessary due to the small size, but light support may be helpful during heavy fruiting.\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 turns from \u003cstrong\u003eyellow to orange\u003c\/strong\u003e , a sign of optimal flavor. To get a head start, pick the fruit showing its \u003cstrong\u003efirst signs of color\u003c\/strong\u003e , then let it finish ripening 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 .\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 • Ideal \u003cstrong\u003ein a pot\u003c\/strong\u003e , as an edible decoration\u003cbr\u003e • Perfect \u003cstrong\u003eas a snack\u003c\/strong\u003e , with its surprisingly rich flavor\u003cbr\u003e • Delicious \u003cstrong\u003ein miniature salads\u003c\/strong\u003e , adding color and aroma\u003cbr\u003e • Adorable on \u003cstrong\u003eappetizer platters\u003c\/strong\u003e , where its size and color shine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Floragold Basket' tomato is a little marvel for small spaces: miniature, early-maturing, flavorful, and full of character. 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