{"product_id":"ga-tomate-stripped-german-bio","title":"Organic 'Stripped German' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"126\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"126\"\u003eOrganic 'Striped German' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a spectacular and flavorful two-tone beefsteak\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"777\"\u003eThe 'Striped German' tomato is considered one of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"226\"\u003efinest bi-colored beefsteak tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e of all heirloom varieties. Its large, slightly ribbed fruits display beautiful \u003cstrong data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"339\"\u003eyellow and red marbling\u003c\/strong\u003e , both inside and out. Once sliced, it reveals a striking gradient that brightens up platters of heirloom tomatoes and enhances summer recipes. Its flesh is sweet, juicy, rich, and complex, perfect for salads, gourmet sandwiches, and even preserves, where its unique coloring makes a statement. An \u003cstrong data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"699\"\u003eindeterminate\u003c\/strong\u003e variety, it ensures a generous production of extra-large fruit throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"800\"\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Basil, parsley, carrot, asparagus, alliums, celery, borage, marigold, calendula, mint, sage, peppers, dill (until mature) \u003cbr data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"936\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"956\"\u003eNegative plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Potato, corn, kohlrabi, beetroot, fennel, peas, squash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1049\"\u003eSpread\/Carry\u003c\/strong\u003e : Indeterminate, very vigorous\u003cbr data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1082\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1102\"\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 150 to 200 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 25 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada\u003cbr data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e : XL, bi-colored fruit, rich flavor, excellent tomato for slicing and preserving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1349\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003eSow indoors \u003cstrong data-start=\"1369\" data-end=\"1387\"\u003e6 to 8 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e before the last frost. Place seeds \u003cstrong data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003e3–6 mm (1\/8–1\/4\")\u003c\/strong\u003e deep in a light potting mix. Maintain a temperature of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003e23–29°C\u003c\/strong\u003e for rapid germination (5–10 days). Reduce watering and nitrogen during hardening off to produce strong seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"2009\"\u003eTransplant outdoors when all risk of frost has passed. Space plants \u003cstrong data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1787\"\u003e60 to 90 cm (24 to 36 inches)\u003c\/strong\u003e apart with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1793\" data-end=\"1818\"\u003e120 to 180 cm (4 to 6 feet)\u003c\/strong\u003e between rows. Provide \u003cstrong data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003efull sun (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"1923\"\u003eregular watering (watering level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e . 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