{"product_id":"ga-tomate-san-marzano-bio","title":"Organic 'San Marzano' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'San Marzano' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a great Italian classic with elongated, rich fruits perfect for sauce\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'San Marzano' tomato is an iconic heritage variety, shrouded in a certain mystique, inherited from ancient Italian lines. Indeterminate and prolific, it produces long, smooth, uniform tomatoes of a \u003cstrong\u003edeep, vibrant red\u003c\/strong\u003e , resistant to cracking. Its staggered ripening—the fruits do not all mature at the same time—is particularly valued by growers, who can harvest over a long period without overproduction. Its dense flesh, almost devoid of juice and containing very few seeds, makes it an exceptional tomato for sauces, pastes, roasted dishes, and any preparation where a rich, smooth texture is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eIts elongated fruits are deeply aromatic, with a balanced sweetness and an intensity reminiscent of southern Italian culinary traditions. 'San Marzano' remains to this day one of the absolute benchmarks for home cooking, prized as much by passionate gardeners as by chefs seeking authenticity and quality.\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 characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e : Deep-textured tomato, low juice content, very few seeds, 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 to encourage rapid germination in \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e . Reduce watering and nitrogen during hardening off to produce strong, well-branched plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Transplant 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 . Indeterminate plants require \u003cstrong\u003esturdy staking\u003c\/strong\u003e , especially as the fruit begins to become heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eHarvest when the fruits reach their typical deep red color and have a dense, uniform texture. If you wish to harvest earlier, pick the tomatoes that have \u003cstrong\u003ealready begun 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 maintain their optimal quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e • Ideal for \u003cstrong\u003elong sauces\u003c\/strong\u003e , coulis and rich concentrates\u003cbr\u003e • Exceptional in \u003cstrong\u003eroasted or confit tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e , which reveal all its sweetness\u003cbr\u003e • Perfect for \u003cstrong\u003ehome canning\u003c\/strong\u003e , thanks to its low juice content\u003cbr\u003e • Delicious in \u003cstrong\u003eItalian stews\u003c\/strong\u003e , where its dense flesh holds up perfectly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'San Marzano' tomato is a staple of the Mediterranean vegetable garden: flavorful, productive, and incomparable in the kitchen. This heirloom variety perfectly embodies Italian culinary tradition and continues to delight with its timeless quality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075569213600,"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_SanMarzano_bioGaia.webp?v=1765207860","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-san-marzano-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}