{"product_id":"ga-tomate-mennonite-orange-bio","title":"Organic 'Mennonite Orange' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Mennonite Orange' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a large orange tomato prized for its exceptional flavor and generous flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Mennonite Orange' tomato is a heritage variety beloved by a dedicated following. Indeterminate, vigorous, and generous, it produces \u003cstrong\u003elarge, richly colored orange fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e , averaging \u003cstrong\u003e15 cm in diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e , with dense, sweet, and exceptionally flavorful flesh. Many consider it \u003cstrong\u003ethe finest orange tomato\u003c\/strong\u003e —a reputation it richly deserves thanks to its perfect balance of fruity sweetness, aromatic depth, and melting texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Impressive in the vegetable garden as well as in the kitchen, it yields magnificent thick slices, ideal for heirloom tomato platters, gourmet sandwiches, or refined summer dishes. This variety, deeply rooted in Mennonite agricultural heritage, is as appealing for its flavor as for its beautiful appearance on the plant.\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 : 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 : Large orange fruit, remarkable flavor, Mennonite heritage variety\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Bright and deep orange\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Round, broad, slightly flattened\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Very large (XL), approximately 15 cm in diameter\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit type\u003c\/strong\u003e : Beefsteak\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Meaty, soft, melting and very 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, maintaining a temperature of \u003cstrong\u003e23–29°C\u003c\/strong\u003e until germination (5–10 days). Then reduce watering and nitrogen during hardening-off to produce strong seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Transplant when there is no longer any risk of frost. Space the 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 . Prepare a \u003cstrong\u003every sturdy support structure\u003c\/strong\u003e , essential for supporting its 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 reaches a bright, uniform orange color. To speed up the harvest, pick the fruit as soon as it begins \u003cstrong\u003eto color\u003c\/strong\u003e , then let it ripen off the vine at \u003cstrong\u003e22°C or higher\u003c\/strong\u003e . Store it between \u003cstrong\u003e12 and 21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003e95%\u003c\/strong\u003e relative humidity to preserve its dense texture and sweet aroma.\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 , ideal for sandwiches, burgers and tasting platters\u003cbr\u003e • Magnificent in \u003cstrong\u003esalads of heirloom tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e , where its color and sweetness shine\u003cbr\u003e • Delicious \u003cstrong\u003ewhen cooked gently\u003c\/strong\u003e : roasted, simmered, or in velvety sauces\u003cbr\u003e • Perfect for \u003cstrong\u003esummer dishes\u003c\/strong\u003e where you want a rich and fruity orange tomato\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Mennonite Orange' tomato is a queen among orange tomatoes: majestic, sweet, aromatic, and deeply prized. 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