{"product_id":"ga-tomate-gold-medal-bio","title":"Organic 'Gold Medal' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Gold Medal' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a majestic bicolor yellow and pinkish-red, sweet, fruity and of historical elegance\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Gold Medal' tomato is a spectacular heirloom variety, one of the most impressive of the large bicolored tomatoes. Introduced in 1921 as \u003cem\u003eRuby Gold\u003c\/em\u003e by John Lewis Childs, and later renamed by the legendary collector Ben Quisenberry, this tomato embodies nearly a century of horticultural passion. Indeterminate and vigorous, it produces \u003cstrong\u003elarge, smooth fruits weighing 1 to 3 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e , with a bright yellow skin marbled with a beautiful \u003cstrong\u003epinkish-red\u003c\/strong\u003e , creating a striking contrast both when cut and in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eIts firm, sweet, mild, and slightly aromatic flesh makes it an ideal tomato for refreshing dishes, thick slices, elegant salads, and heirloom tomato platters. Capable of transforming any dish into a centerpiece, 'Gold Medal' impresses as much with its beauty as with its delicate and balanced flavor profile.\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, 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 : Historic bicolor variety, very large fruit (1–3 lb), remarkable sweetness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Bright yellow with pinkish-red marbling\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Large, smooth beefsteak\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Very large (1–3 lb)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eType of fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e : Two-tone beefsteak\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Firm, sweet, mild, aromatic\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 transplanting\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 between \u003cstrong\u003e23 and 29 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e for germination in \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e . During hardening off, reduce watering and nitrogen to encourage strong seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTransplant outdoors once the 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 , essential for supporting 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\u003e Harvest when the fruits are fully \u003cstrong\u003eyellow\/pink\u003c\/strong\u003e and sweet. To get an early harvest, pick tomatoes that have \u003cstrong\u003ejust begun to color\u003c\/strong\u003e , then let them ripen off the vine at \u003cstrong\u003e22°C or higher\u003c\/strong\u003e . Store them at \u003cstrong\u003e12–21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e , under \u003cstrong\u003e95% humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e , to maintain their firm 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 • Perfect \u003cstrong\u003ein thick slices\u003c\/strong\u003e for sandwiches and snacks \u003cbr\u003e• Sublime in \u003cstrong\u003ea dish of heirloom tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e , contrasting beautifully with purple and green varieties\u003cbr\u003e • Delicious \u003cstrong\u003ein salads\u003c\/strong\u003e , adding sweetness and color\u003cbr\u003e • Excellent in \u003cstrong\u003egolden gazpacho\u003c\/strong\u003e , or in refined summer recipes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Gold Medal' tomato is a jewel of horticultural heritage: massive, magnificent, sweet, and unforgettable. A prestigious variety, ideal for gardeners and chefs who want to cultivate elegance as much as flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075565445280,"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_GoldMedal_bioGaia.jpg?v=1765290348","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-gold-medal-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}