{"product_id":"ga-tomate-moonglow-bio","title":"Organic 'Moonglow' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Moonglow' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a bright, vibrant orange, sweet and superbly textured, a tasting champion\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Moonglow' tomato is an exceptional heirloom variety, crowned \u003cstrong\u003ewinner of the Seed Savers Exchange tasting in 2007\u003c\/strong\u003e , an honor reserved for the most flavorful tomatoes. Indeterminate and reliable, it produces magnificent, uniform, \u003cstrong\u003ebright orange globes\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003edense, firm, and nearly seedless\u003c\/strong\u003e flesh, renowned for offering one of the best textures among golden-yellow tomatoes. Its flavor is \u003cstrong\u003emild, slightly sweet\u003c\/strong\u003e , and very well-balanced, making it as enjoyable to eat fresh as it is to cook with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e 'Moonglow' is also prized for its remarkable storage capacity: its fruits keep long after harvest without losing their quality. A productive, stable, and consistent variety, it has become a favorite among gardeners who love rich, sweet orange tomatoes.\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 : Award-winning orange tomato, sweet flavor, excellent texture, keeps very well\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Farming method\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. Maintain a stable temperature of \u003cstrong\u003e23–29°C\u003c\/strong\u003e until germination (5 to 10 days). Then reduce watering and nitrogen during hardening-off to strengthen the seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTransplant when there is no longer a risk of frost. 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 , \u003cstrong\u003eregular watering (watering level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong\u003esturdy staking\u003c\/strong\u003e to support abundant fruit production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Harvest when the fruit reaches a \u003cstrong\u003euniform bright orange color\u003c\/strong\u003e . To get a head start, 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 above\u003c\/strong\u003e . Store between \u003cstrong\u003e12 and 21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003e95%\u003c\/strong\u003e relative humidity — 'Moonglow' is known for its excellent keeping qualities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e • Delicious \u003cstrong\u003esliced\u003c\/strong\u003e , ideal for salads and sandwiches \u003cbr\u003e• Perfect for \u003cstrong\u003etasting platters\u003c\/strong\u003e , where its vibrant color stands out\u003cbr\u003e • Excellent in \u003cstrong\u003emild salsas\u003c\/strong\u003e , light sauces, or roasted dishes\u003cbr\u003e • Ideal for \u003cstrong\u003eplates of heirloom tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e , combined with red and purple ones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Moonglow' tomato is a star of the vegetable garden: bright, sweet, dense, and award-winning. An essential heirloom variety for gardeners seeking an exceptionally high-quality orange tomato that is as beautiful as it is delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075567083680,"sku":"GAI-SEMENCES","price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/Tomate_Moonglow_bioGaia.jpg?v=1765219899","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-moonglow-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}