Organic 'Honey' Tomato
Organic 'Honey' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a sweet and elegant rose-jade variety from Latvia, vigorous, juicy and deeply flavorful
The 'Honey' tomato is a remarkable Latvian heirloom variety, renowned for its vigor, productivity, and above all, its exceptional sweetness . Indeterminate and robust, it produces medium to large, perfectly round, rose-jade fruits with juicy, sweet flesh and a true heirloom tomato flavor. Its unique color, a blend of soft pink and pale jade hues, adds a touch of elegance to tomato platters, summer salads, or fresh slices.
'Honey' is one of those varieties with a discreet but unforgettable charm, ideal for those looking for a sweet, fragrant and authentic tomato, while benefiting from a vigorous and easy-to-grow plant.
Companion plants : Basil, parsley, carrot, asparagus, alliums, celery, borage, marigold, calendula, mint, sage, peppers, dill (until mature)
Negative plants : Potato, corn, kohlrabi, beetroot, fennel, peas, squash
Spread/Carry : Indeterminate, vigorous
Plant height : 150 to 200 cm
Quantity per packet : 25 seeds
Certification : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada
Special features : Heritage Latvian variety, very sweet fruit, rose-jade color
Fruit color : Rose-jade
Fruit shape : Round
Fruit size/weight : Medium to large
Fruit type : Table tomato / slicer
Texture/flesh : Juicy, sweet, rich and classic flavor
Farming method
Sow indoors 6 to 8 weeks before planting out . Place the seeds 3–6 mm (1/8–1/4") deep in a light potting mix and maintain a temperature of 23–29°C for rapid germination (5–10 days). Reduce watering and nitrogen during the hardening-off period to produce sturdy, vigorous seedlings.
Transplant when all risk of frost has passed. Space plants 60 to 90 cm (24 to 36 inches) apart, with 120 to 180 cm (4 to 6 feet) between rows. Provide full sun (level 3) , water regularly (level 3), and install sturdy supports , essential for supporting heavy fruit production.
Harvesting and preservation
Harvest when the fruits have developed a uniform jade-pink hue . To get a head start, pick those that have already begun to color , then let them ripen at 22°C or higher off the vine. Store the tomatoes at 12–21°C and 95% relative humidity to maintain their sweetness and juiciness.
Usage ideas
• Delicious sliced fresh , mild and fragrant
• Looks stunning in colorful salads thanks to its rose-jade hue
• Excellent for heirloom tomato dishes
• Perfect in sandwiches and bruschetta , where its sweetness dominates
The 'Honey' tomato is a little Latvian marvel: sweet, juicy, elegant, and bursting with flavor. An ideal heirloom variety for gardeners seeking a sweet, fragrant pink tomato with authentic charm.
