{"product_id":"ga-tomate-hungarian-heart-bio","title":"Organic 'Hungarian Heart' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Hungarian Heart' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a huge pink beefsteak tomato, tender, rich and deeply rooted in Hungarian family history\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Hungarian Heart' tomato is a remarkable heirloom variety, passed down through generations. Introduced to the United States in 1901 by Hungarian winemaker \u003cstrong\u003eJohn Simon\u003c\/strong\u003e , and cultivated for many years within his family before being shared with the Seed Savers Exchange in 1988, it remains a cherished tomato for its bounty, versatility, and rich history. Indeterminate and vigorous, it produces \u003cstrong\u003egigantic, tender pink, heart-shaped fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e , often exceeding \u003cstrong\u003e1 kg\u003c\/strong\u003e . Their dense, melting flesh, low in seeds, and resistance to cracking make it an exceptional tomato for fresh eating, canning, or cooking—especially \u003cstrong\u003eroasted sauces\u003c\/strong\u003e , where its sweetness and aroma are beautifully concentrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eWell-suited to humid climates, it is distinguished by its reliability, natural resistance, and the remarkable quality of its fruit. A truly prized variety for its flavor, impressive size, and the warmth of its Hungarian heritage.\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 : 120 to 150 cm (4 to 5 ft)\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 : Very large fruit (up to \u0026gt;1 kg), crack resistance, thrives in wet weather, Hungarian family heirloom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Soft pink \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Heart-shaped\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Very large\/XL (often \u0026gt;1 kg)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit type\u003c\/strong\u003e : Heritage beefsteak\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Dense, melting, low in seeds, sweet and fragrant\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 the last frost\u003c\/strong\u003e . Cover the seeds with \u003cstrong\u003e3–6 mm (1\/8–1\/4\")\u003c\/strong\u003e of light potting mix and maintain a temperature between \u003cstrong\u003e23 and 29 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e for germination in \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e . Then reduce watering and nitrogen during hardening-off to produce strong seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTransplant once all risk of frost has passed. Space plants \u003cstrong\u003e60 to 90 cm (24 to 36 inches)\u003c\/strong\u003e apart and allow \u003cstrong\u003e120 to 180 cm (4 to 6 feet)\u003c\/strong\u003e between rows. Provide \u003cstrong\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003eregular watering\u003c\/strong\u003e (level 3), and install \u003cstrong\u003every sturdy supports\u003c\/strong\u003e , necessary to support the large and abundant 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 a \u003cstrong\u003ebright pink\u003c\/strong\u003e and yield slightly to pressure. To advance the harvest, pick tomatoes that have already shown their \u003cstrong\u003efirst 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 with \u003cstrong\u003e95% relative humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e to preserve their melting 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 , for lovers of meaty tomatoes \u003cbr\u003e• Perfect for \u003cstrong\u003eroasted tomato sauce\u003c\/strong\u003e , concentrated and flavorful\u003cbr\u003e • Ideal for \u003cstrong\u003ecanning\u003c\/strong\u003e , thanks to its dense flesh and low seed content\u003cbr\u003e • Magnificent in \u003cstrong\u003ea dish of heirloom tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e , with its delicate pink color\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Hungarian Heart'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e tomato is a treasure of Hungarian heritage: enormous, tender, rich in history, and of exceptional culinary quality. An essential variety for gardeners who love authentic and spectacular beefsteak tomatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075565871264,"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_HungarianHeart_bioGaia.webp?v=1765231777","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-hungarian-heart-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}