{"product_id":"ga-tomate-red-rosso-sicilian-bio","title":"Organic 'Red Rosso Sicilian' tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Red Rosso Sicilian' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a deeply ribbed Sicilian variety with a vibrant red color and firm flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Red Rosso Sicilian' tomato is an iconic heritage variety from Sicily, renowned for its \u003cstrong\u003edeep ribs\u003c\/strong\u003e , sculptural shape, and intense red color that evokes the warmth of the Mediterranean. Indeterminate and vigorous, it produces spectacular, meaty, and uniform fruit with \u003cstrong\u003efirm flesh and thin skin\u003c\/strong\u003e , perfect for traditional Italian cuisine. Its dense texture and low juice content make it ideal for homemade sauces, roasting, stuffing, or preserving where structure and richness are desired. Highly popular in its region of origin, it remains one of the most prized varieties for recreating the authentic taste of Sicilian sauces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eIt matures in \u003cstrong\u003e70 to 90 days\u003c\/strong\u003e and offers a generous harvest throughout the season. Its aroma is pronounced, slightly sweet, with a pronounced flavor typical of heirloom Italian tomatoes. In the garden as well as in the kitchen, 'Red Rosso Sicilian' is a variety that appeals to both the eye and the palate.\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 : Italian tomato with deep ribs, firm flesh, ideal for sauces 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. Plant 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 produce strong, well-established seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Transplant outdoors once 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 necessary to support the plant's vigor and the weight of the ribbed fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eHarvest when the fruit has turned its characteristic bright red and its flesh is firm. To get a head start, 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 them between \u003cstrong\u003e12 and 21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003e95%\u003c\/strong\u003e relative humidity to preserve their freshness and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e • Ideal for \u003cstrong\u003ethick and rich sauces\u003c\/strong\u003e , thanks to its dense flesh\u003cbr\u003e • Excellent for \u003cstrong\u003eroasting\u003c\/strong\u003e , revealing a deep sweetness\u003cbr\u003e • Perfect for \u003cstrong\u003estuffing\u003c\/strong\u003e , its ribbed shape provides a nice hold.\u003cbr\u003e • Delicious \u003cstrong\u003epreserved\u003c\/strong\u003e , especially in wedges for simmered sauces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Red Rosso Sicilian'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e tomato is a celebration of Sicilian culinary tradition: plump, sculptural, and intensely flavorful. A must-have heritage variety for gardeners passionate about authentic Italian tomatoes and homemade sauces worthy of the finest trattorias.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075568885920,"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_REDROSSOSICILIAN_Gaia.webp?v=1765208362","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-red-rosso-sicilian-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}