{"product_id":"ga-tomate-mortgage-lifter-bio","title":"Organic 'Mortgage Lifter' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Mortgage Lifter' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a legendary giant beefsteak with a history as delicious as its flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Mortgage Lifter' tomato is one of North America's most famous heirloom varieties, made legendary by both its taste and its history. Created in the 1930s by a West Virginia gardener nicknamed Radiator Charlie, it owes its name to the fact that he supposedly \u003cstrong\u003epaid off his mortgage\u003c\/strong\u003e by selling his plants of this extraordinary tomato. Indeterminate, vigorous, and robust, it produces \u003cstrong\u003egigantic fruits that can reach 2 lbs (nearly 1 kg)\u003c\/strong\u003e each: veritable pink, meaty, juicy, and impressive beefsteaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eIts flavor is mild, slightly fruity, with a touch of elegant bitterness that perfectly balances its dense flesh. It excels in thick slices, in gourmet sandwiches, but also in cooking, where it yields \u003cstrong\u003erich and velvety sauces\u003c\/strong\u003e . Its vigorous, highly productive vines thrive in well-drained soil and with regular watering, offering a generous harvest at the end of the season.\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 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 : Fruits up to 2 lb, sweet and slightly bitter flavor, iconic story from the 1930s\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. Place the 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 to encourage rapid germination in \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e . During hardening off, reduce watering and nitrogen application to produce strong, well-established seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Transplant after all risk of frost has passed. Plant \u003cstrong\u003e60 to 90 cm (24 to 36\")\u003c\/strong\u003e apart, with \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 ensure \u003cstrong\u003every sturdy staking\u003c\/strong\u003e , essential for supporting its large fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eHarvest when the fruit has reached its beautiful pinkish-red hue and impressive size. To get a head start, pick the fruit that is showing its \u003cstrong\u003efirst signs of color\u003c\/strong\u003e , then let it finish ripening off the vine at \u003cstrong\u003e22°C or higher\u003c\/strong\u003e . Store the fruit at \u003cstrong\u003e12-21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e , with a relative humidity of around \u003cstrong\u003e95%\u003c\/strong\u003e , to maintain its plump texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e • Perfect \u003cstrong\u003ein thick slices\u003c\/strong\u003e , spectacular in sandwiches and burgers\u003cbr\u003e • Ideal for \u003cstrong\u003etrays of heirloom tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e , thanks to its gigantic size\u003cbr\u003e • Delicious in \u003cstrong\u003ehomemade sauces\u003c\/strong\u003e , rich and velvety\u003cbr\u003e • Excellent \u003cstrong\u003eroasted or grilled\u003c\/strong\u003e , concentrating its natural sweetness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Mortgage Lifter' tomato is a cornerstone of American horticultural heritage: generous, flavorful, spectacular, and steeped in an inspiring story. An essential variety for any gardener who wants to grow a truly legendary tomato.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075567181984,"sku":"GAI-SEMENCES","price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/MortgageLifterTomatoGaia.webp?v=1765218299","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-mortgage-lifter-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}