{"product_id":"ga-tomate-striped-cavern-bio","title":"Organic 'Striped Cavern' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"176\" data-end=\"297\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"180\" data-end=\"297\"\u003eOrganic 'Striped Cavern' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a striped tomato-pepper ideal for stuffing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"1028\"\u003eThe 'Striped Cavern' tomato, also known as \u003cstrong data-start=\"341\" data-end=\"358\"\u003eStriped Cavern\u003c\/strong\u003e , is a remarkable heirloom variety producing beautiful, blocky, 8 oz. fruits reminiscent of small peppers. Their vibrant red skin is adorned with \u003cstrong data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"554\"\u003eyellow and orange stripes\u003c\/strong\u003e , creating a spectacular visual effect. The lobed, \u003cstrong data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"637\"\u003epartially hollow\u003c\/strong\u003e flesh contains very few seeds, making it ideal for \u003cstrong data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"721\"\u003estuffing\u003c\/strong\u003e , baking, and gourmet presentations. Its thin skin softens beautifully with heat, and the variety is known for its high yield and excellent storage qualities. An \u003cstrong data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"962\"\u003eindeterminate\u003c\/strong\u003e variety, it continues to produce abundantly throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1030\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1030\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Basil, parsley, carrot, asparagus, alliums, celery, borage, marigold, calendula, mint, sage, peppers, dill (until mature)\u003cbr data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003eNegative plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Potato, corn, kohlrabi, beetroot, fennel, peas, squash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1300\"\u003eSpread\/port\u003c\/strong\u003e : Undetermined\u003cbr data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 120 to 150 cm (4 to 5′)\u003cbr data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1364\" data-end=\"1387\"\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 25 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada\u003cbr data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1464\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e : Ribbed fruit, pepper-like shape, hollow cavity perfect for stuffing, delicate skin, very productive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003eSow indoors \u003cstrong data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1651\"\u003e6 to 8 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e before the last frost. Sow seeds \u003cstrong data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1720\"\u003e3–6 mm (1\/8–1\/4\")\u003c\/strong\u003e deep in a light potting mix and maintain a temperature of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1789\"\u003e23–29°C\u003c\/strong\u003e for germination in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1830\"\u003e5 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e . During hardening off, reduce watering and nitrogen application to strengthen the seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"2299\"\u003eTransplant when all risk of frost has passed, spacing plants \u003cstrong data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2040\"\u003e60 to 90 cm (24 to 36\")\u003c\/strong\u003e apart and rows \u003cstrong data-start=\"2059\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003e120 to 180 cm (4 to 6')\u003c\/strong\u003e . Plant in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2099\" data-end=\"2126\"\u003efull sun (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2141\" data-end=\"2173\"\u003ewater regularly (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e . Indeterminate plants require \u003cstrong data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2234\"\u003esturdy staking\u003c\/strong\u003e to support the large fruit and vigorous growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"2301\" data-end=\"2304\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2306\" data-end=\"2332\"\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2334\" data-end=\"2666\"\u003eHarvest the fruit when their \u003cstrong data-start=\"2376\" data-end=\"2399\"\u003ered and yellow striped\u003c\/strong\u003e hues are fully developed. To speed up ripening, pick them at the first sign of color and let them ripen off the vine at \u003cstrong data-start=\"2525\" data-end=\"2542\"\u003e22°C or higher\u003c\/strong\u003e . 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