{"product_id":"ga-tomate-king-aramis-bio","title":"Organic 'King Aramis' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'King Aramis' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a superb dwarf black beefsteak tomato, sweet and incredibly productive\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'King Aramis' tomato, selected by American breeder \u003cstrong\u003eBlane Horton\u003c\/strong\u003e , is a determinate dwarf variety that impresses as much with its compact stature as with the spectacular size of its fruit. Reaching approximately 90 cm (3 feet) tall, it produces \u003cstrong\u003elarge, black beefsteak tomatoes weighing 9 to 16 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e in mid-season, perfect for those who want to grow large fruit without taking up too much space in the vegetable garden. Their dark skin, chocolatey hues, and rich, bi-colored flesh create a sumptuous visual effect, while their \u003cstrong\u003esweet, juicy, and deep\u003c\/strong\u003e flavor evokes the best traditional black tomatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e'King Aramis' offers a concentrated production window of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e4 to 6 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e , ideal for farmers' markets and gardeners who like to harvest a large crop in a short period. Versatile, it's perfect for thick slices, gourmet burgers, homemade preserves, and colorful toppings. A small plant… but an undisputed king among large-fruited dwarf tomatoes.\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\/growth\u003c\/strong\u003e : Determinate, compact dwarf and very productive\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 90 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 : Dwarf variety producing very large black fruits, concentrated production over 4 to 6 weeks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Black with chocolate brown highlights, bicolored flesh\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Large beefsteak\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Very large (9–16 oz)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eType of fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e : Dwarf beefsteak\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Juicy, sweet, rich and aromatic\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\u003c\/strong\u003e before the last frost. Sow 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 for germination in \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e . Reduce watering and nitrogen during hardening off to produce compact, sturdy seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTransplant after all risk of frost has passed. 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 , \u003cstrong\u003eregular watering (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong\u003elight to medium staking\u003c\/strong\u003e , as even dwarf plants may need support to bear such heavy 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 fruit develops its characteristic dark color, with subtle chocolate hues. To advance the harvest, pick the fruit that has already begun \u003cstrong\u003eto color\u003c\/strong\u003e , then let it ripen at \u003cstrong\u003e22°C or higher\u003c\/strong\u003e off the vine. Store it between \u003cstrong\u003e12 and 21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e at \u003cstrong\u003e95% relative humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e to maintain its juicy 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• Perfect \u003cstrong\u003ein thick slices\u003c\/strong\u003e for gourmet burgers and sandwiches\u003cbr\u003e • Magnificent in \u003cstrong\u003eplates of heirloom tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e , thanks to its dark color and two-toned flesh\u003cbr\u003e • Excellent in \u003cstrong\u003epreserves\u003c\/strong\u003e , sauces and rich toppings\u003cbr\u003e • Ideal for \u003cstrong\u003esmall gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e wanting to produce very large fruit without a lot of space\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'King Aramis' tomato is a compact marvel: a dwarf plant that produces gigantic fruit, a remarkable sweet-black flavor, and ideal concentrated yield. 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