{"product_id":"ga-tomate-heinz-1439-bio","title":"Organic 'Heinz 1439' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Heinz 1439' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a robust and uniform classic, designed for processing and reliability\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Heinz 1439' tomato is a heritage variety developed for \u003cstrong\u003ereliability, robustness, and uniformity\u003c\/strong\u003e , ideal for gardeners seeking compact plants that produce firm, resistant fruit perfect for processing. Determinate and productive, it yields uniform, firm, crack-resistant red tomatoes with excellent shelf life in \u003cstrong\u003e70 to 80 days\u003c\/strong\u003e . Their thick flesh, low juice content, and consistent texture make them excellent for sauces, coulis, homemade preserves, and stews.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e One of its greatest strengths is its natural resistance to diseases, particularly \u003cstrong\u003eVerticillium wilt\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFusarium wilt\u003c\/strong\u003e , making it a very reliable variety under varying conditions. Compact and easy to grow, 'Heinz 1439' is perfect for family vegetable gardens, home preservers, and beginner gardeners.\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 : Determinate, compact\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 60 to 90 cm\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 25 seeds\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e : Environmentally friendly product\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e : Resistant to verticillium and fusarium wilt, firm fruit, resistant to cracking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Red\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Uniformly round\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Average\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit type\u003c\/strong\u003e : Sauce tomato \/ processing\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Firm, thick, not very juicy\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 . Bury seeds \u003cstrong\u003e3–6 mm (1\/8–1\/4\")\u003c\/strong\u003e deep in light potting soil. Maintain a temperature of \u003cstrong\u003e23–29°C\u003c\/strong\u003e until germination (5–10 days). Reduce watering and nitrogen during acclimation to produce sturdy, compact plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Transplant outdoors after the last frost. Space plants \u003cstrong\u003e30 to 45 cm (12 to 18 inches)\u003c\/strong\u003e apart, with \u003cstrong\u003e120 to 180 cm (4 to 6 feet)\u003c\/strong\u003e between rows. Provide \u003cstrong\u003efull sun (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eregular watering\u003c\/strong\u003e (level 3). The determinate growth habit limits pruning and simplifies management, while ensuring a concentrated harvest.\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 red color is fully developed. To advance the harvest, pick the fruit that has already begun to \u003cstrong\u003eshow color\u003c\/strong\u003e , then let it ripen at \u003cstrong\u003e22°C or higher\u003c\/strong\u003e outside the vineyard. Store at \u003cstrong\u003e12–21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003e95% relative humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e to maintain firmness.\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 for \u003cstrong\u003ecanning\u003c\/strong\u003e , sauces and coulis\u003cbr\u003e • Ideal for \u003cstrong\u003eroasting\u003c\/strong\u003e , as it retains its structure\u003cbr\u003e • Excellent for \u003cstrong\u003estews\u003c\/strong\u003e where a firm tomato is desired\u003cbr\u003e • Great in \u003cstrong\u003esalads with firm tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e , without excess juice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Heinz 1439' tomato is a reliable, robust and practical heirloom variety: an ideal choice for gardeners looking for a compact, resistant tomato perfect for culinary processing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075565772960,"sku":"GAI-SEMENCES","price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/TomateHeinz1439Gaia.jpg?v=1765288187","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-heinz-1439-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}