{"product_id":"ga-tomate-magnum-beefsteak-bio","title":"Organic 'Magnum Beefsteak' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Magnum Beefsteak' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a giant beefsteak carefully selected for exceptional flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Magnum Beefsteak' tomato, created and perfected by breeder Chuck Wyatt, is an impressive heirloom variety, developed over many years to produce \u003cstrong\u003emassive, uniform, and blemish-free fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e . Indeterminate and vigorous, it bears large, beefsteak-type tomatoes, ideal for thick slices, gourmet sandwiches, and tasting platters. Its flavor is deep, sweet, and well-balanced, reminiscent of the most prized heirloom tomatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe plant, with its regular foliage, is robust but requires \u003cstrong\u003esturdy trellising\u003c\/strong\u003e and additional support to bear its enormous fruits, often classified as extra large (XL). It is a choice variety for gardeners who love growing spectacular tomatoes, both for their taste and visual impact.\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, very vigorous\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 120 to 180 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 : Large beefsteak fruit, Chuck Wyatt long-lasting selection, excellent slicing tomato\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Red\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Large, ribbed beefsteak\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Very large (XL)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit type\u003c\/strong\u003e : Beefsteak\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Meaty, dense, soft and juicy\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. Plant seeds \u003cstrong\u003e3–6 mm (1\/8–1\/4\")\u003c\/strong\u003e deep in a light potting mix, then maintain a temperature of \u003cstrong\u003e23–29°C\u003c\/strong\u003e until germination (5–10 days). Reduce watering and nitrogen during hardening off to encourage short, sturdy seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTransplant when all risk of frost has passed. Space plants \u003cstrong\u003e60 to 90 cm (24 to 36 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 and \u003cstrong\u003eregular watering (watering level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e . Install \u003cstrong\u003every sturdy supports\u003c\/strong\u003e ; these are essential to support vigorous growth and 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\u003e Harvest when the fruit reaches a deep red color and impressive size. To advance the harvest, pick those that have already shown their \u003cstrong\u003efirst signs of color\u003c\/strong\u003e , then let them ripen off the vine at \u003cstrong\u003e22°C or higher\u003c\/strong\u003e . Store between \u003cstrong\u003e12 and 21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003e95%\u003c\/strong\u003e relative humidity to preserve their fleshy 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 , ideal for sandwiches and giant burgers \u003cbr\u003e• Magnificent \u003cstrong\u003ein trays of heirloom tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e , with its spectacular size\u003cbr\u003e • Delicious in \u003cstrong\u003egentle stir-fries\u003c\/strong\u003e , roasts or stews\u003cbr\u003e • Excellent for \u003cstrong\u003erich sauces\u003c\/strong\u003e , thanks to its dense flesh\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Magnum Beefsteak' tomato is a top-class heirloom variety: large, juicy, flavorful, and carefully selected. A choice tomato for gardeners who love growing exceptional fruit that is as beautiful as it is delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075566559392,"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_MagnumBeefsteak_bioGaia.jpg?v=1765222265","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-magnum-beefsteak-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}