Organic 'Mini-Orange' Tomato
Organic 'Mini-Orange' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a small, sweet and tangy orange tomato on a compact and easy-to-grow plant
The 'Mini-Orange' tomato is a charming mid-season heirloom variety, perfect for gardens where space is limited. Indeterminate but very compact , it forms a plant that doesn't spread too much, while producing an abundance of small, bright orange , round tomatoes, 2.5 to 4 cm in diameter. Their sweet and slightly tangy flavor makes them ideal for snacks, colorful salads, or summer dishes where a bright and fruity touch is desired. Their juicy, fresh texture and perfectly crisp size appeal to gardeners and children alike.
'Mini-Orange' is an excellent option for urban vegetable gardens, edible flower beds, or patio pots, while retaining the productivity and vigor of indeterminate varieties. A small, bright, cheerful, and flavorful tomato that brightens up the season.
Companion plants : Basil, parsley, carrot, asparagus, alliums, celery, borage, marigold, calendula, mint, sage, peppers, dill (until mature)
Negative plants : Potato, corn, kohlrabi, beetroot, fennel, peas, squash
Spread/carry : Indeterminate, compact
Plant height : 90 to 120 cm
Quantity per packet : 25 seeds
Certification : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada
Special features : Small, sweet-tart orange fruits, compact plant, very well suited to small spaces
Farming method
Sow indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost. Sow seeds 3–6 mm (1/8–1/4") deep in a light potting mix. Maintain a temperature of 23–29°C to encourage rapid germination in 5 to 10 days . Reduce watering and nitrogen during hardening off to produce strong, well-developed seedlings.
Transplant when all risk of frost has passed. Space plants 60 to 90 cm (24 to 36 inches) apart, with 120 to 180 cm (4 to 6 feet) between rows. Provide full sun (level 3) , regular watering (watering level 3) , and install light staking , sufficient to support the numerous clusters of small fruit.
Harvesting and preservation
Harvest when the tomatoes turn a bright orange and become slightly soft. To get a head start, pick those that are showing their first signs of color , then let them ripen off the vine at 22°C or higher . Store them between 12 and 21°C , at 95% relative humidity , to preserve their freshness and juiciness.
Usage ideas
• Delicious as a snack , sweet and refreshing
• Perfect for colorful salads and summer plates
• Excellent for kebabs , thanks to its uniform size
• Ideal for quick meals or light pizzas
The 'Mini-Orange' tomato is a little ray of sunshine in the vegetable garden: bright, productive, and easy to grow, it brings sweetness, color, and vitality to every harvest. A perfect heirloom variety for gardeners of all levels.
