{"product_id":"mc-tomate-brandywine-red-bio","title":"Organic 'Brandywine Red' Tomato","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"150\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"150\"\u003eOrganic 'Brandywine Red' tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum) from McKenzie Seeds, an heirloom tomato with a rich and deeply authentic flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"536\"\u003e The \u003cstrong data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"182\"\u003e'Brandywine Red'\u003c\/strong\u003e tomato is one of \u003cstrong data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"250\"\u003ethe world's most renowned heirloom varieties\u003c\/strong\u003e , prized for generations for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"290\" data-end=\"345\"\u003eintense, complex, and perfectly balanced flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e . Its large, fleshy, juicy red fruits offer a melting texture and a classic, uncompromising, old-fashioned tomato taste—an absolute benchmark for lovers of characterful tomatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"882\"\u003eThis variety produces generous, often irregularly shaped fruits with dense, fragrant flesh. It excels when eaten fresh, especially in thick slices, where its aromatic richness is fully expressed. Highly prized by gardeners and market gardeners, the 'Brandywine Red' is recognized as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"866\"\u003egourmet tomato\u003c\/strong\u003e par excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"1165\"\u003e With its \u003cstrong data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"906\"\u003eindeterminate\u003c\/strong\u003e growth habit, this plant continues to grow and produce throughout the season. It requires \u003cstrong data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003esturdy staking\u003c\/strong\u003e to support its vigorous stems and heavy fruit. 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Sow seeds \u003cstrong data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2006\"\u003e6 mm (¼ in)\u003c\/strong\u003e deep in light potting soil and maintain consistent moisture. Germination usually occurs in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003e7 to 14 days\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2422\"\u003e Once the risk of frost has passed and the soil temperature reaches \u003cstrong data-start=\"2216\" data-end=\"2233\"\u003e15°C (60°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e , gradually harden off the seedlings before transplanting them into the garden. 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Install a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"2572\"\u003estake, cage, or sturdy support system\u003c\/strong\u003e at planting time to support the plant's continued growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2644\" data-end=\"2783\"\u003e Regular watering is essential, i.e. \u003cstrong data-start=\"2685\" data-end=\"2717\"\u003e2.5 to 5 cm of water per week\u003c\/strong\u003e , applied directly to the soil to limit foliar diseases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"2785\" data-end=\"2788\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2790\" data-end=\"2821\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2794\" data-end=\"2821\"\u003eHarvesting and preservation\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2823\" data-end=\"3036\"\u003e Harvesting typically begins \u003cstrong data-start=\"2856\" data-end=\"2898\"\u003e70 to 75 days after transplanting\u003c\/strong\u003e . Pick the fruit when it is bright red and slightly soft to the touch. Frequent harvesting promotes continuous production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"3038\" data-end=\"3192\"\u003eTomatoes can be kept for a few days at room temperature. 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