{"product_id":"tomato-dark-galaxy","title":"Tomato Dark Galaxy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolanum lycopersicum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDark Galaxy is a spectacular tomato producing medium-sized fruits patterned in deep maroon, red and near-black, scattered with golden flecks and speckles that give the skin its distinctive starry appearance. The darker anthocyanin pigmentation develops most strongly where the fruit receives plenty of direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeneath the dramatic skin is juicy, tender flesh with a rich, balanced flavour, combining sweetness with a pleasant tang. The colourful fruits are excellent sliced into salads and sandwiches, served fresh on platters or simply eaten straight from the vine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vigorous indeterminate plants continue producing throughout the season and benefit from good airflow and plenty of sun. Fruit colour can vary considerably as it ripens, with the combination of sunlight, temperature and maturity creating the characteristic galaxy-like patterning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 40 seeds per packet.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropics: February–August\u003cbr\u003eSubtropics: August–April\u003cbr\u003eMild climates: August–December\u003cbr\u003eCold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpace plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines. Good sunlight helps develop the darkest fruit pigmentation, while adequate spacing and airflow help maintain healthy plants. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds ","offers":[{"title":"packet","offer_id":46788059726042,"sku":null,"price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/329B536B-C154-440E-8C74-9EF11AE2DA5B.jpg?v=1789360430","url":"https:\/\/www.edenseeds.com.au\/products\/tomato-dark-galaxy","provider":"Eden Seeds ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}