{"product_id":"ga-tomate-speckled-roma-bio","title":"Organic 'Speckled Roma' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Speckled Roma' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a fleshy and spectacular striped Roma tomato for sauces and preserves\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Speckled \u003cstrong\u003eRoma\u003c\/strong\u003e ' tomato is an extremely productive, indeterminate heirloom variety prized for its elongated fruits, 7 to 12 cm (3\" × 5\") long, adorned with striking orange and yellow stripes. These meaty fruits, containing very few seeds, are perfect for making thick sauces, velvety coulis, preserves, or roasted tomatoes. Their dense texture and rich flavor make it a choice variety for both cooks and gardeners seeking a decorative and functional tomato.\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\/port\u003c\/strong\u003e : Undetermined\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 120 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 features\u003c\/strong\u003e : Spectacular striped fruit, dense flesh, very few seeds, exceptional variety for sauces\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 date. Sow seeds \u003cstrong\u003e3–6 mm (1\/8–1\/4\")\u003c\/strong\u003e deep in a light potting mix, then maintain a temperature of \u003cstrong\u003e23–29°C\u003c\/strong\u003e to encourage rapid germination (5–10 days). Slightly reduce watering and nitrogen application during hardening-off to strengthen the seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Transplant after the last frost, spacing plants \u003cstrong\u003e60 to 90 cm (24 to 36\")\u003c\/strong\u003e apart and rows \u003cstrong\u003e120 to 180 cm (4 to 6')\u003c\/strong\u003e . Provide \u003cstrong\u003efull sun (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e and regular watering (watering level 3). \u003cstrong\u003eSturdy staking\u003c\/strong\u003e is essential to support the weight of the elongated, fleshy fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eHarvesting and preservation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Harvest when the fruit has fully developed its tiger-like color and the flesh is firm. For later harvests, pick as soon as the first color appears, then allow to ripen off the vine at \u003cstrong\u003e22°C or above\u003c\/strong\u003e . Store between \u003cstrong\u003e12 and 21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e with a relative humidity of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e95%\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e • Perfect for \u003cstrong\u003ethick sauces\u003c\/strong\u003e , coulis, and winter preserves\u003cbr\u003e • Delicious in \u003cstrong\u003eroasted or confit tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e • Ideal for stews thanks to its low water content\u003cbr\u003e • Very pretty in wedges for salads or colorful platters\u003cbr\u003e • Excellent for farmers' markets: decorative and uniform fruit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The 'Speckled Roma' tomato combines tiger-striped beauty with culinary functionality: a unique, meaty, low-seed Roma, perfect for all lovers of homemade sauces and spectacular heirloom tomatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075569803424,"sku":"GAI-SEMENCES","price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/SpeckledRomaTomato-Gaia.jpg?v=1765203841","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-tomate-speckled-roma-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}