{"product_id":"ga-tomate-janets-jacinthe-jewel-bio","title":"Organic 'Janet's Jacinthe Jewel' tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Janet's Jacinthe Jewel' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a sumptuous, striped, meaty, late-maturing, and exceptionally beautiful hyacinth-shaped beefsteak tomato.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Janet's Jacinthe Jewel' tomato is a rare and spectacular heirloom variety, prized for its \u003cstrong\u003elarge, 1-pound fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e , striped with an absolutely irresistible \u003cstrong\u003e, vibrant hyacinth orange\u003c\/strong\u003e . Indeterminate, vigorous, and very meaty, it belongs to the category of large, late-maturing tomatoes: taking approximately \u003cstrong\u003e90 days\u003c\/strong\u003e to mature, it requires a little patience… but it \u003cstrong\u003emore than rewards\u003c\/strong\u003e the gardener with its rich, sweet, complex flavor and the magnificence of its fruit. Its dense, generous, almost creamy flesh makes it a champion slicer, perfect for heirloom tomato platters, gourmet sandwiches, or colorful summer dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis variety is ideal for regions with long, hot summers—or for patient gardeners who want to cultivate a true horticultural gem. Its vibrant appearance, combined with sumptuous flesh, makes it a collector's tomato.\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 : Late variety, large 1 lb fruits, orange hyacinth stripes, very fleshy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Bright orange striped (hyacinth)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Large, ribbed beefsteak \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Very large (1 lb)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit type\u003c\/strong\u003e : Striped beefsteak\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Very fleshy, dense, soft and rich\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 . Bury the seeds \u003cstrong\u003e3–6 mm (1\/8–1\/4\")\u003c\/strong\u003e deep in a light potting mix and maintain a temperature of \u003cstrong\u003e23–29°C\u003c\/strong\u003e , ensuring germination in \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e . Reduce water and nitrogen during hardening off to produce vigorous seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Transplant when there is no longer a risk of frost. Space the 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 (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003eregular watering (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e , and install \u003cstrong\u003esturdy supports\u003c\/strong\u003e , essential for supporting the heavy, fleshy fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting and preservation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Harvest when the fruit displays a vibrant hyacinth-orange hue and a slight yield. To speed up the harvest, pick those that have already begun \u003cstrong\u003eto color\u003c\/strong\u003e , then allow them to 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% humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e , to preserve their dense and flavorful flesh.\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 , sublime in plates of heirloom tomatoes\u003cbr\u003e • Excellent for \u003cstrong\u003egourmet sandwiches\u003c\/strong\u003e and premium burgers\u003cbr\u003e • Delicious \u003cstrong\u003ewhen cooked gently\u003c\/strong\u003e , where its density holds perfectly\u003cbr\u003e • Ideal for \u003cstrong\u003eartistic recipes\u003c\/strong\u003e thanks to its vibrant stripes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Janet's Jacinthe Jewel' tomato is a true horticultural gem: vibrant, fleshy, massive, and unforgettable. A collector's variety for gardeners who want to grow a tomato that is as spectacular as it is delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075566035104,"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_Janet_sJacintheJewel_bioGaia.webp?v=1765231529","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-janets-jacinthe-jewel-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}