{"product_id":"ga-tomate-scatalone-bio","title":"Organic 'Scatalone' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Scatalone' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a magnificent Italian-style tomato with a rich aroma and abundant flesh.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Scatalone' tomato is a semi-late heirloom variety, originating from the style of large, fleshy Italian tomatoes, similar to the famous San Marzano from Lazio. Indeterminate, vigorous, and extremely productive, it yields long, elongated red tomatoes, rich in pulp and remarkably flavorful. Their dense flesh, low in seeds, and beautifully smooth texture make them an exceptional candidate for sauces, pastes, or slow cooking. Enormous and refined, it embodies all the character of traditional Italian tomatoes, with this fascinating characteristic: ripening from the inside out, ensuring a uniform texture and a perfectly developed flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e'Scatalone' is a true find for gardeners looking to grow one of the best San Marzano-type tomatoes available. Its indeterminate growth habit allows it to produce abundantly throughout the season, while its deep, slightly sweet, and full-bodied flavor evokes homemade sauces simmered for hours. A variety that transports you straight to Italian kitchens, where the tomato reigns supreme.\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\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e : San Marzano-type tomato with a rich, deep flavor, semi-late ripening, and high yield.\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. Plant 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 for rapid germination in \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e . Reduce watering and nitrogen during hardening off to produce strong seedlings ready for transplanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTransplant outdoors after 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 . Due to its vigorous growth habit and abundant production of heavy fruit, provide \u003cstrong\u003esturdy staking\u003c\/strong\u003e to support the plant throughout the season.\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 turned a deep red and the flesh is fully developed. To get an early harvest, pick tomatoes that have begun \u003cstrong\u003eto color\u003c\/strong\u003e , then let them ripen at \u003cstrong\u003e22°C or higher\u003c\/strong\u003e off the vine. Store them between \u003cstrong\u003e12 and 21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003e95%\u003c\/strong\u003e relative humidity to protect their texture and flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e• Ideal for \u003cstrong\u003elong, rich sauces\u003c\/strong\u003e , worthy of Italian cuisine\u003cbr\u003e • Perfect for \u003cstrong\u003ecoulis, concentrates, sun-dried tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e and homemade preserves\u003cbr\u003e • Excellent when \u003cstrong\u003eroasted\u003c\/strong\u003e , where its dense flesh is sublime\u003cbr\u003e • Delicious cut into wedges in stews or pasta toppings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Scatalone' tomato is a celebration of Italian tradition: generous, fragrant, and designed for cooking. A remarkable variety for anyone seeking an authentic, productive, and deeply flavorful tomato with a rich texture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075569311904,"sku":"GAI-SEMENCES","price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/Tomate_Scatalone_bioGaia.jpg?v=1765206327","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-scatalone-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}