{"product_id":"ga-tomate-michael-pollan-bio","title":"Organic 'Michael Pollan' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Michael Pollan' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a unique green and yellow bicolor, sweet, prolific and sculptural\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Michael Pollan' tomato, developed by breeder Brad Gates, is a modern heirloom variety that is as beautiful as it is delicious. Its bicolored \u003cstrong\u003egreen and yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e fruits, striped or marbled, offer a unique, almost artistic appearance. Their shape is particularly variable—sometimes \u003cstrong\u003epear\u003c\/strong\u003e -shaped, sometimes \u003cstrong\u003eheart\u003c\/strong\u003e -shaped, sometimes \u003cstrong\u003eoval\u003c\/strong\u003e —giving each harvest a charming visual diversity. Generally weighing \u003cstrong\u003e50 to 80 g\u003c\/strong\u003e , these sweet-fleshed tomatoes have a lower acidity than the Green Zebra, while retaining the bright freshness typical of variegated tomatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eIndeterminate, robust, and disease-resistant, 'Michael Pollan' is distinguished above all by its \u003cstrong\u003emultiflora\u003c\/strong\u003e habit, producing abundant clusters of \u003cstrong\u003e10 to 20 fruits per stem\u003c\/strong\u003e , making it an extremely productive variety. Ideal for snacking, salsa, creative cooking, or even canning, it also offers good post-harvest shelf life. An exceptional variety for gardeners who love growing unique tomatoes, full of charm and flavor.\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 : 120 to 150 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 : Multiflora variety, disease resistant, variable form, very productive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Variegated green and yellow\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/strong\u003e : Pear, heart or ovoid\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit size\/weight\u003c\/strong\u003e : Small to medium (50–80 g)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFruit type\u003c\/strong\u003e : Cherry\/oval multiflora\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e : Soft, sweet, slightly acidic\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 rapid germination (5–10 days). Reduce watering and nitrogen during hardening off to encourage strong seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTransplant once the risk of frost has passed. Space plants \u003cstrong\u003e60 to 90 cm (24 to 36\")\u003c\/strong\u003e apart and leave \u003cstrong\u003e120 to 180 cm (4 to 6')\u003c\/strong\u003e between rows. Provide \u003cstrong\u003efull sun (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003eregular watering (watering level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong\u003esturdy staking\u003c\/strong\u003e , which is necessary to support the numerous grape clusters.\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 fully displays its green-yellow variegation and becomes slightly soft. To advance the harvest, pick the fruit that has already shown its \u003cstrong\u003efirst 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 at \u003cstrong\u003e95% relative humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e , which ensures excellent post-harvest shelf life.\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\u003efor snacking\u003c\/strong\u003e , sweet, crunchy and full of charm \u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for \u003cstrong\u003ecolorful salsas\u003c\/strong\u003e , thanks to its unique blend\u003cbr\u003e • Delicious \u003cstrong\u003ein fresh salads\u003c\/strong\u003e , adding sweetness and originality\u003cbr\u003e • Excellent for \u003cstrong\u003eartistic preserves\u003c\/strong\u003e , where its color stands out beautifully\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Michael Pollan' tomato is a true living work of art: surprisingly productive, delicious, visually incomparable, and perfect for gardeners who love unique and expressive varieties. 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