‘Taste Patio’ Tomato, organic seeds(Solanum lycopersicum)

Taste Patio is an organic, open-pollinated determinate tomato bred by Fred Hempel. Gaia recommends it for patios and containers. The plant reaches approximately 3 to 4 feet high and 18 to 24 inches wide. Approximately 2-inch multicolour fruit is semi-crisp, sweet, and tangy. Gaia lists 70 to 80 days to maturity. The packet contains approximately 25 seeds, lot GO-0000784, with reported germination above 85%. Taste Patio is an open-pollinated organic determinate tomato. Fred Hempel bred this variety for patios and container gardens. Gaia describes a compact yet heavy-yielding plant. Approximately 2-inch multicolour fruit has a round, slightly pointed pendant shape.
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‘Taste Patio’ Tomato, organic seeds (Solanum lycopersicum) Bred by Fred Hempel, Taste Patio is a determinate tomato developed for patios, balconies, and container gardens. Gaia describes a plant 3 to 4 feet high and 18 to 24 inches wide, compact yet heavy yielding. Multicolour fruit measures approximately 2 inches and has a round, slightly pointed pendant shape, a semi-crisp texture, and a sweet-tangy flavour. Its M fruit class suits salads, sandwiches, and fresh tasting plates. Gaia notes great disease resistance, which describes useful resilience without guaranteeing freedom from disease under every growing condition.

Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before transplanting, approximately 1/8 to 1/4 inch deep. Gaia lists germination in 5 to 10 days from 10 to 35°C, with an optimum of 23 to 29°C. Provide bright light immediately after emergence and keep the mix moist without standing water. During hardening off, gradually reduce watering and nitrogen without allowing plants to wilt. Transplant after frost risk has passed into fertile, organic-matter-rich, well-drained soil in full sun. Space plants 12 to 18 inches apart and add a compact cage to support the productive stems and keep ripening fruit accessible.

Gaia lists maturity from 70 to 80 days. Harvest after the multicolour fruit has expressed its full colour to enjoy the sweet-tangy flavour. Fruit that has begun colouring can finish ripening off the vine above 21°C. The packet contains approximately 25 open-pollinated organic seeds, lot GO-0000784, with reported germination above 85%. The seeds are certified organic by Ecocert Canada. Store whole tomatoes from 12 to 21°C at approximately 95% relative humidity as listed by Gaia. Pick regularly to reduce weight on productive clusters and to keep fully coloured fruit ready for fresh meals.

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Grow Taste Patio in full sun in a large container, patio garden, edible bed, or small vegetable garden. The determinate plant reaches approximately 3 to 4 feet high and 18 to 24 inches wide. Space plants 12 to 18 inches apart for air circulation. Add a compact cage to support the heavy yield, then pick approximately 2-inch multicolour fruit regularly. Taste Patio is an open-pollinated organic determinate tomato. Fred Hempel bred this variety for patios and container gardens. Gaia describes a compact yet heavy-yielding plant. Approximately 2-inch multicolour fruit has a round, slightly pointed pendant shape. A semi-crisp texture accompanies a sweet-tangy flavour. Gaia notes great disease resistance without guaranteeing immunity. Gaia lists 70 to 80 days to maturity, a height of 3 to 4 feet, and a width of 18 to 24 inches. Lot GO-0000784 contains approximately 25 organic seeds with reported germination above 85%. The organic seeds are certified by Ecocert Canada. Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before transplanting, approximately 1/8 to 1/4 inch deep. Gaia lists germination in 5 to 10 days from 10 to 35°C, with an optimum of 23 to 29°C.

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Frequently asked questions

01 How many Taste Patio tomato seeds are in the packet?
The Gaia packet contains approximately 25 organic Taste Patio tomato seeds certified by Ecocert Canada. Lot GO-0000784 reports germination above 85%. Gaia identifies the variety as annual, open-pollinated, and determinate. Taste Patio was bred by Fred Hempel. Because the quantity is approximate, a small variation may occur. Keep the packet with seedlings so the cultivar, organic status, and lot number remain correctly identified. Taste Patio is an open-pollinated organic determinate tomato. Fred Hempel bred this variety for patios and container gardens. Gaia describes a compact yet heavy-yielding plant. Approximately 2-inch multicolour fruit has a round, slightly pointed pendant shape. A semi-crisp texture accompanies a sweet-tangy flavour.
02 How should Taste Patio tomato seeds be started?
Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before transplanting, approximately 1/8 to 1/4 inch deep in clean, moist seed-starting mix. Gaia lists germination in 5 to 10 days from 10 to 35°C, with an optimum of 23 to 29°C. Keep the mix moist without standing water and provide bright light immediately after emergence. Harden plants off by gradually reducing water and nitrogen without allowing wilt, then transplant after frost in full sun. Taste Patio is an open-pollinated organic determinate tomato. Fred Hempel bred this variety for patios and container gardens. Gaia describes a compact yet heavy-yielding plant.
03 Does Taste Patio really suit container growing?
Yes. Gaia presents Taste Patio as a tomato for patios and container gardens. Its determinate habit reaches approximately 3 to 4 feet high and 18 to 24 inches wide. Use a large, stable container with several drainage holes, rich potting mix, and a compact cage. Keep one plant per pot, place it in full sun, and water at soil level when the surface begins to dry. These conditions help the productive plant remain accessible and well ventilated. Taste Patio is an open-pollinated organic determinate tomato. Fred Hempel bred this variety for patios and container gardens. Gaia describes a compact yet heavy-yielding plant.
04 What flavour and shape do Taste Patio tomatoes have?
Gaia describes approximately 2-inch, M-class multicolour fruit that is round with a slightly pointed pendant shape. Its texture is semi-crisp and its flavour is sweet and tangy. Harvest after the full colour is expressed for the best taste. These tomatoes suit salads, sandwiches, tasting plates, and fresh snacks where their distinctive shape and colours remain clearly visible. Taste Patio is an open-pollinated organic determinate tomato. Fred Hempel bred this variety for patios and container gardens. Gaia describes a compact yet heavy-yielding plant. Approximately 2-inch multicolour fruit has a round, slightly pointed pendant shape. A semi-crisp texture accompanies a sweet-tangy flavour.
05 When should Taste Patio tomatoes be harvested?
Gaia lists 70 to 80 days to maturity. Harvest after fruit has expressed its full multicolour appearance for the best taste. Fruit that has begun colouring can finish ripening off the vine above 21°C. Pick regularly to reduce weight on productive clusters. Store whole fruit from 12 to 21°C at approximately 95% relative humidity as listed by Gaia. Taste Patio is an open-pollinated organic determinate tomato. Fred Hempel bred this variety for patios and container gardens. Gaia describes a compact yet heavy-yielding plant. Approximately 2-inch multicolour fruit has a round, slightly pointed pendant shape. A semi-crisp texture accompanies a sweet-tangy flavour.