{"product_id":"ga-tomate-german-red-bio","title":"Organic 'German Red' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'German Red' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a splendid German red tomato with an old-fashioned, robust and rich flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'German Red' tomato is a German heirloom variety prized for its \u003cstrong\u003elarge, 10-12 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e , fleshy, slightly \u003cstrong\u003estrawberry- or heart-shaped\u003c\/strong\u003e red fruits with very few seeds. Indeterminate, vigorous, and extremely productive, it yields an abundant harvest of dense, juicy tomatoes with a \u003cstrong\u003erobust, mature flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e balanced by a \u003cstrong\u003elingering sweetness\u003c\/strong\u003e that makes it ideal for thick slices and gourmet sandwiches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Its indeterminate growth habit and regular foliage ensure continuous production throughout the summer. A truly authentic heirloom variety, it appeals to gardeners looking for a classic, generous, and deeply aromatic red tomato.\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 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 : German heirloom variety, very few seeds, robust and sweet old-fashioned flavor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Bright red\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Strawberry or heart-shaped, slightly ribbed\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Large (10–12 oz)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit type\u003c\/strong\u003e : Table tomato \/ meaty slicer\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Dense, meaty, juicy, 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\u003eSow 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 light potting soil 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 to encourage vigorous growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Transplant after all risk of frost has passed. Space plants \u003cstrong\u003e60–90 cm (24–36\")\u003c\/strong\u003e apart, leaving \u003cstrong\u003e120–180 cm (4–6')\u003c\/strong\u003e between rows. Provide \u003cstrong\u003efull sun (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eregular watering (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e . \u003cstrong\u003eSturdy staking\u003c\/strong\u003e is essential to support the large fruit.\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 reaches its characteristic bright red color. To advance the harvest, pick those that have already begun \u003cstrong\u003eto color\u003c\/strong\u003e , then let them 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 maintain their fleshy texture.\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 , perfect for sandwiches and burgers\u003cbr\u003e • Delicious in \u003cstrong\u003eheirloom tomato salads\u003c\/strong\u003e , thanks to its dense flesh\u003cbr\u003e • Excellent for \u003cstrong\u003ehomemade salsas\u003c\/strong\u003e or Mediterranean dishes\u003cbr\u003e • Ideal for \u003cstrong\u003eroasting\u003c\/strong\u003e , concentrating its robust flavor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'German Red' tomato is a German classic that you absolutely must grow: generous, meaty, flavorful, and imbued with a rare authenticity. A heritage variety perfect for gardeners who love rich, traditional red tomatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075565314208,"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_GermanRed_bioGaia.webp?v=1765291115","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-german-red-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}