{"product_id":"ga-tomate-lucky-cross-bio","title":"Organic 'Lucky Cross' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Lucky Cross' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a large bicolor tomato with pink stripes, exceptional in flavor and a worthy successor to Brandywine\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Lucky Cross' tomato is a remarkable heirloom variety, renowned for its \u003cstrong\u003elarge 10-16 oz fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e , exceptional flavor, and visual appeal. Indeterminate and highly productive, it yields tomatoes similar in size and shape to \u003cem\u003eBrandywine\u003c\/em\u003e , with dense, juicy, and sweet flesh. What truly sets it apart is its \u003cstrong\u003epink-streaked interior\u003c\/strong\u003e , where rosy veins extend from the center outwards, creating a beautiful marbled effect when sliced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e A late-maturing variety, it takes its time to ripen, but in return offers an explosion of rich, complex, almost fruity flavors, making it one of the best heirloom bicolor tomatoes. 'Lucky Cross' is a true gem for tasting platters, fresh cuisine, and culinary creations where you want to showcase an exceptional 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-maturing variety, very productive, pink-streaked interior, exceptional flavor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Golden yellow with pinkish internal marbling\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Wide round, beefsteak type\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Large (10–16 oz)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eType of fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e : Two-tone beefsteak\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Meaty, juicy, sweet 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\u003eSow 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 encourage strong seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Transplant when all risk of frost has passed. Space plants \u003cstrong\u003e60 to 90 cm (24 to 36\")\u003c\/strong\u003e apart, with \u003cstrong\u003e120 to 180 cm (4 to 6')\u003c\/strong\u003e between rows. Ensure \u003cstrong\u003efull sun (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003eregular watering (watering level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e , and install \u003cstrong\u003esturdy supports\u003c\/strong\u003e , essential for producing large 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\u003eHarvest when the fruit has fully developed its golden color and the inner flesh has its characteristic pinkish hues. To bring forward the harvest, 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% relative humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e , to preserve its juiciness.\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 , ideal for sandwiches, burgers or tasting platters\u003cbr\u003e • Looks beautiful in \u003cstrong\u003etwo-tone salads\u003c\/strong\u003e , revealing its pinkish marbling\u003cbr\u003e • Excellent for \u003cstrong\u003eroasted or simmered dishes\u003c\/strong\u003e , where its flavor truly shines\u003cbr\u003e • Stunning in \u003cstrong\u003etrays of heirloom tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e , where it attracts all eyes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Lucky Cross' tomato is a work of botanical art: generous, flavorful, visually stunning, and worthy of the finest heirloom tomatoes. 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