Organic 'Red Mix' Tomato
Organic 'Red Mix' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a joyful heritage mix of red tomatoes for a season full of surprises
The 'Red Mix' blend brings together several heirloom varieties of red tomatoes, each contributing its own personality, shape, and shade of red. Indeterminate and vigorous, this mix offers a season of discovery where each harvested fruit can surprise: round, ribbed, elongated, small, or medium tomatoes, all united by a palette of vibrant reds and a rich flavor. Some will be sweeter, others slightly tart, but all will have that juicy, straightforward character for which heirloom tomatoes are renowned. Highly productive, this mix appeals to both curious gardeners and those who desire a colorful, vibrant vegetable garden full of genetic diversity.
Ideal for family vegetable gardens, community gardens, or market gardeners who love to offer effortless natural variety, 'Red Mix' allows you to create a display of red tomatoes where each harvest becomes a game of discovery. A perfect combination to add spontaneity and deliciousness to summer harvests.
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, vigorous
Plant height : 150 to 200 cm
Quantity per packet : 25 seeds
Certification : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada
Special features : Mixture of heritage red varieties, varied shapes, high yield, great diversity
Farming method
Sow indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost. Plant seeds 3–6 mm (1/8–1/4") deep in a light potting mix and maintain a temperature of 23–29°C to ensure rapid germination in 5 to 10 days . Reduce watering and nitrogen during hardening off to develop robust plants ready for indeterminate growth.
Transplant when temperatures are stable and 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) and regular watering (watering level 3) . Like all indeterminate varieties, this mix requires sturdy staking .
Harvesting and preservation
Harvest when the fruits have fully turned red, regardless of their shape. To advance the harvest, you can pick the tomatoes when they begin to color , then let them ripen off the vine at 22°C or higher . Store between 12 and 21°C with 95% relative humidity to preserve their firmness and flavor.
Usage ideas
• Perfect for colorful salads , offering a variety of shapes and textures
• Ideal for tasting platters , revealing the full range of red flavors
• Excellent for homemade sauces , thanks to the wide variety of varieties
• Superb in artistic recipes , where the interplay of shapes is highlighted
The 'Red Mix' tomato is an invitation to discovery: a lively, generous, and vibrant blend that celebrates the diversity of red heirloom tomatoes. An excellent option for gardeners who love surprises and want a vegetable garden that is both productive and full of character.
