{"product_id":"ga-tomate-red-zebra-bio","title":"Organic 'Red Zebra' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Red Zebra' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a vibrant two-tone red and gold with a lively and spicy flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Red Zebra' tomato is a fascinating heirloom variety, resulting from a natural cross between the famous Green Zebra and an unknown parent. This genetic mix has produced a tomato that is as bold as it is delicious: \u003cstrong\u003ebeautiful, round, red fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e adorned with \u003cstrong\u003elight yellow stripes\u003c\/strong\u003e that give them a striking zebra pattern. Measuring 5 to 7 cm in diameter, these abundant fruits entice with their juicy flesh, initial sweetness, and \u003cstrong\u003eslightly tangy, slightly spicy finish\u003c\/strong\u003e —a rare combination that adds vibrancy to salads, fresh dishes, and heirloom tomato platters. Indeterminate, productive, and naturally disease-resistant, it proves to be as reliable as it is ornamental.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eIts vigorous growth habit can reach \u003cstrong\u003e150 to 240 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e , offering a generous production from mid to late season. 'Red Zebra' is one of those tomatoes that combines beauty and taste with striking elegance, bringing a luminous artistic touch to the vegetable garden while being perfectly suited for everyday culinary use.\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 240 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 : Red fruits with yellow stripes, sweet and tangy flavor, very productive, disease resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eFarming method\u003c\/h2\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 ensure rapid germination in \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e . Reduce watering and nitrogen during hardening off to produce strong, well-formed seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Transplant outdoors when temperatures are stable and all risk of frost has passed. Space plants \u003cstrong\u003e60 to 90 cm (24 to 36 inches)\u003c\/strong\u003e apart and allow \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 vigorous growth and abundant fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eHarvest when the fruits are fully red and yellow striped. To advance the harvest, pick tomatoes that have already begun \u003cstrong\u003eto color\u003c\/strong\u003e , then let them ripen off the vine at \u003cstrong\u003e22°C or higher\u003c\/strong\u003e . Store them at \u003cstrong\u003e12-21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003e95%\u003c\/strong\u003e relative humidity to preserve their freshness and flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e • Superb in \u003cstrong\u003efresh salads\u003c\/strong\u003e , with a bright and colorful flavor\u003cbr\u003e • Looks stunning in \u003cstrong\u003etrays of heirloom tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e , thanks to its luminous zebra stripes\u003cbr\u003e • Delicious in \u003cstrong\u003eraw salsa\u003c\/strong\u003e , where its spicy kick really stands out\u003cbr\u003e • Perfect for \u003cstrong\u003eartistic dishes\u003c\/strong\u003e and vibrant summer recipes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Red Zebra' tomato is a true culinary and visual spectacle: a vibrant combination of colors, vivacity, and personality. A must-have variety for gardeners looking for a tomato that is original, productive, and deliciously bold.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075568918688,"sku":"GAI-SEMENCES","price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/TomateRedZebraGaia.webp?v=1765208502","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-red-zebra-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}