{"product_id":"christmas-lights-tomato","title":"Christmas Lights Tomato Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e“Christmas Lights” tomato is an original variety developed by Metchosin Farm, carefully selected for its exceptional flavor, productivity, and high adaptability. This indeterminate plant produces abundant clusters of small, colorful fruits, transitioning from bright orange to deep red when ripe. The 3 to 4 cm tomatoes offer a delightful balance of sweetness and acidity when picked orange, while fully red fruits develop a denser flesh, ideal for cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to its high productivity and versatility, \u003cem\u003eChristmas Lights\u003c\/em\u003e is perfect for fresh snacks, salads, roasting, and sauces. This unique variety is particularly appreciated by gardeners seeking flavorful and high-yielding tomatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere to Grow Christmas Lights?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis tomato grows well in zones 3 to 9. It prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. It adapts equally well to in-ground gardens, raised beds, and large containers, making it ideal for small spaces as well as larger-scale production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory and Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeveloped as part of Metchosin Farm's breeding program, \u003cem\u003eChristmas Lights\u003c\/em\u003e was chosen for its high yield, excellent taste, and strong adaptability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInformation for Canadian Zones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZones 8-9: Sow indoors in January or February, transplant in April, and harvest from June to October.\u003cbr\u003eZones 5-7: Sow indoors from late February to mid-March, transplant in May, and harvest from July to September.\u003cbr\u003eZones 3-4: Sow indoors from late March to early April, transplant in late May or early June, and harvest from mid-July to early September.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest \"Christmas Lights\" Tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost, then transplant outdoors when the soil has warmed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the soil evenly moist, without overwatering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use stakes or cages to support heavy fruit clusters.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove lower leaves and suckers to improve air circulation and prevent diseases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick orange fruits for a fresh, tangy, and sweet flavor, or fully red fruits for a richer tomato, ideal for cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips for Harvesting Seeds for Future Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose healthy, well-ripened tomatoes with desired characteristics.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Extraction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut the tomato and collect the seeds in a clean container with a little water.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Let sit for 2 to 3 days, stirring daily to break down the gel around the seeds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRinsing and Drying:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once the seeds settle at the bottom, pour out the water, rinse thoroughly, and spread on a cloth or sieve to dry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Seeds remain viable for up to 5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIslands Organic Producers Association (Certificate #1962)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53644639928688,"sku":"MF-TOMATO-012","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/0801\/8032\/files\/Christmas_One.jpg?v=1776548737","url":"https:\/\/www.biocos.ca\/en-us\/products\/christmas-lights-tomato","provider":"Biocos Canada ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}