Organic ‘Honey’ Tomato

Organic ‘Honey’ tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a sweet and elegant rose-jade variety from Latvia, vigorous, juicy and deeply flavorful

The ‘Honey’ tomato is a remarkable Latvian heirloom variety, renowned for its vigor, productivity, and above all, its exceptional sweetness . Indeterminate and robust, it produces medium to large, perfectly round, rose-jade fruits with juicy, sweet flesh and a true heirloom tomato flavor. Its unique color, a blend of soft pink and pale jade hues, adds a touch of elegance to tomato platters, summer salads, or fresh slices.

‘Honey’ is one of those varieties with a discreet but unforgettable charm, ideal for those looking for a sweet, fragrant and authentic tomato, while benefiting from a vigorous and easy-to-grow plant.

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/Carry : Indeterminate, vigorous
Plant height : 150 to 200 cm
Quantity per packet : 25 seeds
Certification : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada
Special features : Heritage Latvian variety, very sweet fruit, rose-jade color

Fruit color : Rose-jade
Fruit shape : Round
Fruit size/weight : Medium to large
Fruit type : Table tomato / slicer
Texture/flesh : Juicy, sweet, rich and classic flavor

Farming method

Sow indoors 6 to 8 weeks before planting out . Place the seeds 36 mm (1/81/4″) deep in a light potting mix and maintain a temperature of 2329C for rapid germination (510 days). Reduce watering and nitrogen during the hardening-off period to produce sturdy, vigorous seedlings.

Transplant when all risk of frost has passed. Space plants 60 to 90 cm (24 to 36 inches) apart, with 120 to 180 cm (4 to 6 feet) between rows. Provide full sun (level 3) , water regularly (level 3), and install sturdy supports , essential for supporting heavy fruit production.

Harvesting and preservation

Harvest when the fruits have developed a uniform jade-pink hue . To get a head start, pick those that have already begun to color , then let them ripen at 22C or higher off the vine. Store the tomatoes at 1221C and 95% relative humidity to maintain their sweetness and juiciness.

Usage ideas

Delicious sliced fresh , mild and fragrant
Looks stunning in colorful salads thanks to its rose-jade hue
Excellent for heirloom tomato dishes
Perfect in sandwiches and bruschetta , where its sweetness dominates

The ‘Honey’ tomato is a little Latvian marvel: sweet, juicy, elegant, and bursting with flavor. An ideal heirloom variety for gardeners seeking a sweet, fragrant pink tomato with authentic charm.