{"product_id":"ga-tomate-savignac-bio","title":"Organic 'Savignac' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Savignac' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a robust, flavorful Quebec heir perfectly adapted to cool climates\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Savignac' tomato is a true source of horticultural pride for Quebec, developed in the 1930s by Father Armand Savignac. Selected for its cold resistance and high yields despite short summers, it has become an essential heritage variety in northern gardens. Its large, juicy, and fragrant pink tomatoes weigh between \u003cstrong\u003e180 and 350 g\u003c\/strong\u003e and offer a rich, sweet, and slightly fruity flavor. Indeterminate, it fruits continuously throughout the season, providing abundant harvests that celebrate the heritage of heirloom varieties grown right here in Quebec.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eIts dense yet juicy flesh, vibrant pink color, and excellent natural disease resistance make it an ideal variety for gardeners who want to optimize their space while preserving genetic diversity. 'Savignac' is a generous, authentic tomato, perfectly at home in cooler regions where it has thrived for nearly a century.\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 : 45 to 60 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 : Cold-resistant, large pink tomatoes, excellent flavor, very productive in cool climates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Farming 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. 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 robust seedlings ready for outdoor cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTransplant 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 . Despite its height, this indeterminate variety requires \u003cstrong\u003esturdy staking\u003c\/strong\u003e to support its heavy, abundant fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Harvest when the fruit has fully developed its deep pink color. To advance the harvest, pick 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 preserve their texture and flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e • Delicious in \u003cstrong\u003ethick slices\u003c\/strong\u003e , for sandwiches, gourmet burgers or colorful salads \u003cbr\u003e• Perfect for \u003cstrong\u003erosé sauces\u003c\/strong\u003e , thanks to its tender and aromatic flesh\u003cbr\u003e • Excellent for \u003cstrong\u003ehomemade preserves\u003c\/strong\u003e , especially crushed tomatoes\u003cbr\u003e • Ideal for \u003cstrong\u003efresh cooking\u003c\/strong\u003e , where its natural sweetness is fully expressed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Savignac' tomato is a Quebec horticultural treasure: hardy, bountiful, flavorful, and deeply rooted in our agricultural history. An essential variety for gardeners looking to grow a reliable, robust heirloom tomato perfectly suited to cooler climates.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075569246368,"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_Savignac_bioGaia.webp?v=1765207782","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-savignac-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}