Organic 'Wonderlight' Tomato
Organic 'Wonderlight' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, an elongated yellow tomato with a sweet and vibrant flavor
The 'Wonderlight' tomato is a remarkable heirloom variety prized for its elongated, slightly ribbed, lemon-yellow fruit, which adds light and sweetness to both the garden and the plate. Its delicate, sweet, and subtly fruity flavor makes it ideal for fresh salads, tasting platters, salsas, and colorful dishes. Highly productive and hardy, it offers beautiful, consistent fruit throughout the summer. An indeterminate variety, it produces continuously on long, vigorous stems when given warmth, sunshine, and adequate support.
This tomato combines beauty, performance and versatility: it is perfect for gardeners looking for a reliable and abundant yellow variety.
Companion plants : Basil, parsley, carrot, asparagus, alliums, celery, borage, marigold, calendula, mint, sage, peppers, dill (until mature)
Negative plants : Potato, corn, kohlrabi, beetroot, fennel, peas, squash
Spread/Habit : Indeterminate, vigorous growth
Plant height : 150 to 200 cm
Quantity per packet : 25 seeds
Certification : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada
Characteristics : Elongated yellow fruits, sweet flavor, very productive, excellent in salads
Farming method
Sow indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost. Plant seeds 3 to 6 mm (1/8 to 1/4") deep in a light potting mix. Germination occurs in 5 to 10 days at temperatures between 23 and 29 °C. Reduce watering and nitrogen during hardening-off to strengthen seedlings before planting outdoors.
Transplant outdoors when nighttime temperatures are above 10°C (50°F). Space plants 60-90 cm (24-36") apart in rows 120-180 cm (4-6') apart. Provide full sun (level 3) and regular watering (watering level 3). As this is an indeterminate variety, sturdy staking is essential to support vertical growth and continuous production.
Harvesting and preservation
Harvest the fruit when it is a uniform bright yellow. Alternatively, it can be picked when it begins to change color, then allowed to ripen at 22°C or higher off the vine. Store the tomatoes at a temperature between 12 and 21°C, with a humidity level of around 95%, to preserve their texture and sweetness.
Usage ideas
• Adds a bright touch to summer salads
• Perfect for tasting platters thanks to its elegant shape
• Delicious in yellow salsa or mild sauce
• Superb preserved or as sun-dried tomatoes
• Gives a beautiful golden color to grilled or roasted dishes
The 'Wonderlight' tomato is a true ray of sunshine in the vegetable garden: beautiful, productive, delicately flavored, and easy to grow. A must-have variety for those who want a reliable and abundant yellow tomato.
