{"product_id":"ga-tomate-pink-icicle-bio","title":"Organic 'Pink Icicle' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Pink Icicle' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a splendid tomato with bright pink flesh shaped like an icicle, sweet, rich and prodigiously productive\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Pink Icicle' tomato is a remarkable heirloom variety, developed in the former Soviet Union, whose meticulous selection has given rise to a true horticultural masterpiece. Indeterminate, vigorous, and extremely productive, it offers long, \u003cstrong\u003ebright pink\u003c\/strong\u003e , slender, and smooth fruits, reminiscent of a sparkling icicle. Their flavor is rich, complex, and surprisingly fruity—one of the best among pink-fleshed tomatoes. Not very juicy but intensely aromatic, it is equally suited to \u003cstrong\u003esalsas, sauces, and preserves,\u003c\/strong\u003e as well as being delicious eaten fresh from the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eAlthough it contains few seeds, 'Pink Icicle' more than makes up for it with impressive productivity, allowing for an abundant harvest even in a short season. This elegant, refined, and deeply flavorful tomato has quickly become a favorite among gardeners and a must-have for those seeking a colorful and generously fleshed tomato.\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 : Bright pink, ice cube-shaped fruit, sweet and rich flavor, very productive, exceptionally fleshy tomato\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Sow indoors \u003cstrong\u003e6 to 8 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e before the last frost. Plant seeds \u003cstrong\u003e3–6 mm (1\/8–1\/4\")\u003c\/strong\u003e deep in a light, warm potting mix. Maintain a temperature of \u003cstrong\u003e23–29°C\u003c\/strong\u003e to encourage rapid germination, usually in \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e . Reduce watering and nitrogen during hardening off to produce strong seedlings well-prepared for outdoor growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTransplant when all risk of frost has passed. Space plants \u003cstrong\u003e60 to 90 cm (24 to 36 inches)\u003c\/strong\u003e apart and leave \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 , as the elongated fruits can become numerous and heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Harvest when the fruits are a \u003cstrong\u003ebright, glossy pink\u003c\/strong\u003e , a sign of optimal ripeness. To bring forward the harvest, pick tomatoes that have shown their \u003cstrong\u003efirst color\u003c\/strong\u003e , then let them ripen off the vine at \u003cstrong\u003e22°C or higher\u003c\/strong\u003e . Store them between \u003cstrong\u003e12 and 21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003e95%\u003c\/strong\u003e relative humidity to preserve their firm texture and sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e • Exceptional in \u003cstrong\u003efresh salsas\u003c\/strong\u003e , thanks to its mildness and firm texture \u003cbr\u003e• Perfect for \u003cstrong\u003epreserves and pink sauces\u003c\/strong\u003e , where its vibrant color is well retained\u003cbr\u003e • Delicious \u003cstrong\u003eto eat raw in the garden\u003c\/strong\u003e , sweet and aromatic\u003cbr\u003e • Ideal for \u003cstrong\u003eroasted or confit dishes\u003c\/strong\u003e , further concentrating its flavor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Pink Icicle' tomato is a true success story of traditional breeding: original, generous, refined, and irresistibly sweet. An essential heritage variety for gardeners seeking an exceptional pink-fleshed tomato that is as beautiful as it is delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075568459936,"sku":"GAI-SEMENCES","price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/Tomate_PinkIcicle_bioGaia.jpg?v=1765211247","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-pink-icicle-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}