{"product_id":"ga-tomate-southern-night-bio","title":"Organic 'Southern Night' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Southern Night' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a dark and velvety Russian variety with dark green shoulders\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe ' \u003cstrong\u003eSouthern\u003c\/strong\u003e Night' tomato is a heritage variety originating in Russia, easily recognizable by its very dark red, almost black, skin with characteristic dark green shoulders. Medium-sized, it boasts juicy, sweet, and well-balanced flesh, with a depth of aroma often sought after in dark-pigmented tomatoes. Its \u003cstrong\u003epotato\u003c\/strong\u003e -like foliage (broad and dense leaves) contributes to its robustly traditional appearance. An indeterminate variety, it offers consistent production throughout the season, even in cooler conditions.\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\/Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e : Indeterminate, vigorous growth\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 120 to 180 cm\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 25 seeds\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e : Dark heirloom tomato, potato-like foliage, rich and balanced flavor\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 and maintain a temperature of \u003cstrong\u003e23–29°C\u003c\/strong\u003e for germination in \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e . During hardening off, reduce watering and nitrogen to strengthen the seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eTransplant when all threat of frost has passed. Space plants \u003cstrong\u003e60 to 90 cm (24 to 36 inches)\u003c\/strong\u003e apart in rows \u003cstrong\u003e120 to 180 cm (4 to 6 feet)\u003c\/strong\u003e apart. Provide \u003cstrong\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e (level 3) and \u003cstrong\u003eregular watering\u003c\/strong\u003e (watering level 3). \u003cstrong\u003eSturdy staking\u003c\/strong\u003e is necessary to support the indeterminate growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Harvest when the tomato has developed a deep red-black color and the skin is slightly soft. To speed up harvesting, pick at the first color stage and then let it ripen off the vine at \u003cstrong\u003e22°C or higher\u003c\/strong\u003e . Store the fruit at \u003cstrong\u003e12–21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e and approximately \u003cstrong\u003e95% relative humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e • Excellent raw in salads, where its dark color adds contrast\u003cbr\u003e • Perfect for heirloom tomato platters\u003cbr\u003e • Delicious in sandwiches thanks to its juicy and smooth texture \u003cbr\u003e• Can be grilled or roasted to intensify its aromas\u003cbr\u003e • A sought-after variety among collectors of black tomatoes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e 'Southern Night' is an elegant and distinctive heirloom tomato, combining deep color, rich flavor, and great reliability in the garden. A perfect variety for those who wish to grow dark tomatoes of Russian origin.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075569770656,"sku":"GAI-SEMENCES","price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/SouthernNightTomatoGaia.jpg?v=1765203661","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-southern-night-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}