{"product_id":"ga-tomate-purple-russian-bio","title":"Organic 'Purple Russian' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Purple Russian' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a mauve-red Ukrainian plum with a sweet flavor and remarkably versatile\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Purple Russian' tomato, also known as Ukrainian Purple, is a magnificent heirloom variety passed down by Irma Henkel in Ukraine. Indeterminate and highly productive, it forms plants with regular, slightly fuzzy foliage that bear an abundance of \u003cstrong\u003eoblong, mauve-red\u003c\/strong\u003e fruits, weighing \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 7 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e and measuring approximately \u003cstrong\u003e7 to 10 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e long. Their elongated plum shape, smooth, spotless skin, and sweet, mild flesh make them a particularly sought-after tomato, both for eating fresh and for processing. Its rich, balanced flavor makes it a favorite among chefs, who appreciate both its crispness when sliced ​​and its deep color on the plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e'Purple Russian' excels in salads, salsas, sauces, and even preserves, thanks to its firm texture and ability to retain its flavor after cooking. It matures in \u003cstrong\u003e80 days\u003c\/strong\u003e , offering a reliable, generous, and remarkably high-quality harvest throughout 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, 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 : Oblong, purple-red fruits, sweet and mild flavor, ideal for sauces, salsas and preserves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eSow 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, in \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e . Reduce watering and nitrogen during hardening off to strengthen seedlings and encourage vigorous growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Transplant outdoors when all risk of frost has passed. 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 and \u003cstrong\u003eregular watering (watering level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e . \u003cstrong\u003eSturdy staking\u003c\/strong\u003e is essential to support the large quantity of elongated fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eHarvest when the purple-red color is fully developed. To get an earlier harvest, pick the tomatoes when they \u003cstrong\u003ebegin to color\u003c\/strong\u003e , then let them ripen off the vine at \u003cstrong\u003e22°C or higher\u003c\/strong\u003e . Store between \u003cstrong\u003e12 and 21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e with a relative humidity of around \u003cstrong\u003e95%\u003c\/strong\u003e to maintain their firm texture and natural sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e • Delicious \u003cstrong\u003ein salads\u003c\/strong\u003e , thanks to its sweetness and firm texture\u003cbr\u003e • Ideal for \u003cstrong\u003ehomemade salsas\u003c\/strong\u003e , where its sweet taste brings balance and depth\u003cbr\u003e • Perfect for \u003cstrong\u003etomato sauces\u003c\/strong\u003e , its flesh holds up well during cooking\u003cbr\u003e • Excellent \u003cstrong\u003epreserved\u003c\/strong\u003e , in wedges or as a smooth sauce\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Purple Russian' tomato is a jewel of Ukrainian heritage: elegant, flavorful, and remarkably versatile. An essential variety for gardeners seeking an exceptional plum tomato, as beautiful as it is delicious, and perfectly suited to a multitude of culinary uses.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075568623776,"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_PurpleRussian_bioGaia.jpg?v=1765210863","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-purple-russian-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}