Organic 'Rose De Bonne' Tomato
Organic 'Rose De Bonne' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a pretty heirloom rose with smooth and tasty fruit
The 'Rose De Bonne' tomato is a heritage variety prized for its elegant simplicity and reliability. It produces beautiful , round, smooth, medium-sized pink fruits, known for their pleasant, sweet, and balanced flavor. Their uniform, spotless skin, combined with juicy yet firm flesh, makes them an excellent tomato for salads, fresh slices, and everyday cooking. This determinate variety develops a compact but robust growth habit, reaching 60 to 90 cm in height, while bearing regular foliage that protects the fruit well and facilitates harvesting. It naturally attracts the interest of gardeners who appreciate heirloom tomatoes due to its purity, stability, and versatility.
A productive and easy-to-grow variety, 'Rose De Bonne' helps preserve the heritage of traditional pink tomatoes, while offering performance suitable for both small gardens and larger vegetable patches. It matures in 70 to 80 days , providing a good continuous harvest throughout the warm season.
Companion plants : Basil, parsley, carrot, asparagus, alliums, celery, borage, marigold, calendula, mint, sage, peppers, dill (until ripening)
Negative plants : Potato, corn, kohlrabi, beetroot, fennel, peas, squash
Spread/carry : Determinate, compact
Plant height : 60 to 90 cm
Quantity per packet : 25 seeds
Certification : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada
Special features : Smooth pink fruit, good flavor, compact growth habit, ideal for salads and everyday cooking
Farming method
Sow indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost. Place the 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 produce compact, sturdy seedlings.
Transplant when all risk of frost has passed. Space plants 30 to 45 cm (12 to 18 inches) apart with 120 to 180 cm (4 to 6 feet) between rows. Provide full sun (level 3) and regular watering (watering level 3) . Its determinate growth habit requires little pruning, and light staking is usually sufficient to support the fruit.
Harvesting and preservation
Harvest when the fruit has fully developed its uniform pink color. To bring forward the harvest, pick those that are showing their first signs of color , then let them ripen off the vine at 22°C or higher . Store them between 12 and 21°C with 95% relative humidity to preserve their freshness and texture.
Usage ideas
• Delicious sliced fresh , ideal for salads, sandwiches and summer plates
• Perfect for everyday meals , thanks to its mild and balanced taste
• Interesting in canned pink tomatoes for light sauces
• Excellent when cooked gently , which reveals a subtle sweetness
The 'Rose De Bonne' tomato is a discreet yet charming variety, producing beautiful, flavorful, and reliable pink fruit. It's a perfect choice for gardeners who want to grow a simple, productive heirloom tomato ideal for everyday cooking.
