{"product_id":"ga-tomate-ildi-cherry-bio","title":"Organic 'Ildi Cherry' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Ildi Cherry' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, an early yellow cherry with spectacular clusters and irresistible sweetness\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Ildi Cherry' tomato is an exceptional heirloom variety, known for its \u003cstrong\u003eearliness\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003eextraordinary productivity\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong\u003emassive clusters\u003c\/strong\u003e of small, yellow tomatoes. Indeterminate and vigorous, it grows to \u003cstrong\u003e6 to 8 feet tall (180–240 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e and forms numerous aerial clusters: typically \u003cstrong\u003e8 to 10 per plant\u003c\/strong\u003e , each bearing \u003cstrong\u003e50 to 70 bright yellow, grape-sized fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e . It is one of the very first cherry tomatoes to ripen, providing early and abundant harvests throughout the summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The fruits, sweet, slightly sugary, and \u003cstrong\u003elow in acidity\u003c\/strong\u003e , are perfect for fresh snacks, bright salads, colorful platters, or decorative garnishes. It's also an ideal variety for patio planters, pergolas, and decorative trellises, where its long, cascading clusters create a spectacular effect.\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, slender habit\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 180 to 240 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 : Very early, enormous bunches (50–70 fruits), perfect for pots, sweet and slightly acidic flavor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Bright yellow\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Small round (grape size)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Very small\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit type\u003c\/strong\u003e : Cherry in large clusters\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Soft, juicy, low acidity\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 the last frost\u003c\/strong\u003e . Place the seeds \u003cstrong\u003e3–6 mm (1\/8–1\/4\")\u003c\/strong\u003e deep in a light potting mix, at a temperature of \u003cstrong\u003e23–29°C\u003c\/strong\u003e to encourage rapid germination (5–10 days). During hardening off, reduce watering and nitrogen application to produce strong seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Transplant after all risk of frost has passed. Space plants \u003cstrong\u003e60 to 90 cm (24 to 36\")\u003c\/strong\u003e apart and leave \u003cstrong\u003e120 to 180 cm (4 to 6')\u003c\/strong\u003e between rows. Provide \u003cstrong\u003efull sun (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003eregular watering\u003c\/strong\u003e (level 3), and install \u003cstrong\u003etall, sturdy supports\u003c\/strong\u003e , essential for supporting its long, heavy grape clusters.\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 turns a bright, uniform yellow. To get a head start, pick the fruit that has already begun \u003cstrong\u003eto color\u003c\/strong\u003e , then let it ripen off the vine at \u003cstrong\u003e22°C or higher\u003c\/strong\u003e . Store between \u003cstrong\u003e12 and 21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e , at \u003cstrong\u003e95%\u003c\/strong\u003e relative humidity, to preserve its freshness and sweetness.\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\u003eas a snack\u003c\/strong\u003e , sweet, juicy and irresistible\u003cbr\u003e • Superb \u003cstrong\u003ein colorful salads\u003c\/strong\u003e , thanks to its abundant clusters\u003cbr\u003e • Beautiful \u003cstrong\u003eas a garnish for platters\u003c\/strong\u003e or appetizer skewers\u003cbr\u003e • Ideal for \u003cstrong\u003echildren\u003c\/strong\u003e , easy to pick and very soft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Ildi Cherry' tomato is a true burst of sunshine: early-maturing, incredibly productive, sweet, and decorative. 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