Seeds

The 'La Pasquale' beefsteak tomato is often described as the pinnacle of tomatoes by those who have cultivated and cooked with it extensively. At Jardins Sauvages in Saint-Roch-de-l'Achigan, François Brouillard doesn't hesitate to call it extraordinary: among the hundred or so varieties he has grown since the 1980s, none rivals it. It was a friend, a mushroom forager named Pasquale, who gave him the seeds. Originating from his Italian family, these seeds were passed down from generation to generation, giving their name to this exceptional variety.

In the garden, La Pasquale forms an indeterminate plant, producing large, very fleshy fruits in clusters of 5 to 10 tomatoes. The flesh is dense, juicy, very few seeds, with a moderate acidity that makes it particularly pleasant to eat. Harvesting usually begins towards the end of August. When grown in open fields, it is recommended to pick the fruits as soon as they turn red, as they become more fragile when fully ripe. This variety also grows very well in greenhouses, where it fully expresses its potential.

In the local area, La Pasquale is perceived as a tomato of conviction and loyalty. It embodies those varieties so perfected that they alone are enough to structure an entire production.

The Beefsteak Tomato 'Venus's Breast' , an old variety originating from Italy, is easily recognizable by its unique shape: a round, red fruit ending in a small point reminiscent of a breast. This characteristic gives it its evocative name, rooted in the imagery of Mediterranean gardens.

In the vegetable garden, it grows vigorously, forming indeterminate plants that can reach 1.6 m in height. Its dense foliage requires good staking to support its regular and generous production. In a well-exposed, fertile spot , it thrives in the sun, drawing on fertile soil to produce fruits that are both fleshy, firm, and visually unique.

The Large Fruit Tomato Mix offered by Jardins de l'écoumène is a celebration of vegetable diversity. Composed of more than a dozen determinate and indeterminate varieties, it brings together old and modern lines with fleshy, colorful and generous fruits , carefully selected for their vigor, adaptability and exceptional taste.

This mix is ​​ideal for curious gardeners and those who want to discover different types of tomatoes without buying multiple packets of seeds. The plants take on various shapes – some compact, others more vigorous – and thrive in living, well-drained soil in full sun. Harvests are staggered from mid- to late-season , offering a delightful array of flavors to discover.

This mix brings together several heritage Italian varieties, chosen for their vigorous growth, dense flesh, and elongated shape typical of tomatoes intended for processing. Each plant evokes the generous, sun-drenched vegetable gardens of the south, where warm, well-drained soil supports the slow ripening of fleshy fruits.

In a harmonious vegetable garden, these tomatoes naturally find their place: supported, mulched, and planted alongside basil or other companion plants, they create a rich and diverse growing space. Some varieties are early, others later, allowing for a staggered and abundant harvest.

We cultivate them with care and gratitude, in an approach that respects life and the memory of ancient practices.

This mix of small-fruited tomatoes brings together several varieties of cherry tomatoes and related species, chosen for their diverse colors and abundant yields. In a sunny corner of the vegetable garden, these plants with their generous clusters create a veritable living tableau, where reds, yellows, oranges, and sometimes other hues mingle throughout the summer.

In the garden, tomatoes originated in the Andes and Mexico before becoming familiar companions in organic vegetable patches. They thrive in welcoming, warm soil and respond consistently to the gardener's attentive care: staking, regular watering, and mulching all contribute to a harmonious and bountiful environment. These small fruits, easy to pick and share, fit naturally into an approach that respects all living things, where the diversity of shapes and colors is a treasure.

Originating from the market gardening traditions of Wisconsin's Amish communities, this variety embodies the spirit of family gardens where cultivation is done with patience and respect for life. The Amish Italian tomato is distinguished by its indeterminate growth habit and vigorous growth. It produces very large, oblong fruits with thin skin and dense red flesh.

In the garden, this variety requires good staking and a sunny spot. It integrates easily into a well-supported vegetable garden, where it provides a reliable companion throughout the summer. Its generous productivity makes it a dependable plant that thrives in living soil and with cultivation that respects the rhythm of the seasons.

Originating from Italian market gardening traditions, the Aunt Mary's Paste tomato has carved out a prime spot in vegetable gardens seeking rich and fragrant sauces. Its elongated fruits, typical of "paste" type tomatoes, evoke the age-old rituals of slow cooking and preserving, lined up in the pantry.

In the garden, this variety proves to be a reliable companion during sunny summers. The indeterminate plants produce an abundance of elongated fruits suitable for processing. In a vibrant and bountiful garden, it contributes to the daily pleasure of summer harvests and the beautiful consistency of the seasonal cycle.

Originating from the Naples region, the cradle of processing tomatoes, the Dix doigts de Naples variety evokes southern Italy and its deep-rooted market gardening traditions. A San Marzano type, it forms a vigorous, semi-determinate plant, adorned with regular clusters of 6 to 8 elongated, firm, red fruits, each ending in a blunt point.

In the garden, it forms a productive and tidy hedge, thriving in warm soil and plenty of sunshine. It's a reliable plant that consistently supports the gardener, ideal for environmentally conscious gardening and a collaborative vegetable garden. Its bushy, well-trained structure lends a cheerful and abundant appearance to the tomato row.

Originating from artisanal selections around the Andes, this astonishing variety known as Yellow Pepper — or Andean Yellow — stands out as a tomato apart. Its appearance mimics that of a sweet chili pepper: elongated, bright yellow, with a pointed tip.

In the garden, its determined and compact growth habit allows for efficient cultivation, well-suited to small spaces or container gardening. It quickly forms bushy plants that generously produce fruits weighing 80 to 100 g, with firm, not very juicy flesh, ideal for harvesting in mid-summer.

In a supportive vegetable garden , it expresses its full potential under good sunshine and welcoming, rich and well-drained soil.

Belonging to the large family of Italian plum-type tomatoes, the Roma tomato has established itself as a reliable companion in kitchen gardens. Its elongated, smooth, and deep red fruits evoke the age-old chores of simmering sauces and summer preserves.

In the garden, Roma stands out for its rather compact growth habit and consistent production. Its regular clusters bear numerous uniform fruits, easy to pick and process. It is a hardy yet generous variety, prized for its firm, slightly watery flesh, ideal for sauces, preserves, and drying.

Originating from Italian selections of sauce tomatoes, Ropreco Paste is a determinate variety that thrives in a sunny, productive vegetable garden. Its elongated, red Roma -type fruits evoke the time-honored traditions of preparing sauces and coulis in family kitchens.

In the garden, it forms a compact and productive plant, offering a consistently good harvest. Its firm, low-water-content tomatoes ripen in clusters, making it a valuable ally for gardeners who preserve their harvests or make rich sauces. In a harmonious garden, it naturally finds its place among other warm-season fruiting vegetables, contributing to a bountiful and bountiful space.

Originating from the San Marzano region of Italy, this iconic tomato embodies the traditions of Mediterranean vegetable gardens. Its brick-red, elongated, smooth, and slightly pointed fruit is synonymous with transformation and slow-cooked meals.

This indeterminate plant forms a vigorous and productive silhouette. It needs good support to bear the weight of its abundant fruit clusters. In a thriving garden, it appreciates warmth, light, and well-drained, fertile soil. It naturally finds its place in a diverse planting area, nestled among a row of tomatoes, surrounded by basil, herbs, and plenty of attention.

Descended from the rich heritage of "plum" type tomatoes, the Italian Ukrainian Purple tomato embodies both the bounty of Eastern European vegetable gardens and an astonishing capacity for adaptation. Its elongated fruits, with purplish skin tending towards dark red, form long clusters that ripen steadily throughout the summer.

In the garden, this indeterminate variety grows vigorously, requiring good support and regular attention. It integrates naturally into a harmonious garden, at the heart of a diverse, edible area. Its graceful shape and uniform growth make it a reliable companion for bountiful summers.

The Barry's Crazy Cherry grape tomato is a variety resulting from North American breeding work carried out by Brad Gates in California. With its exuberant habit and indeterminate growth, it develops long, branching clusters covered with small, pale yellow to lemon-yellow fruits, reminiscent of cascading sun-ripened grapes.

In a harmonious garden, it becomes a joyful, almost exuberant presence, attracting both the eye and pollinators. It loves warmth, sun, and well-drained soil, and produces abundantly from mid-season until the first frosts. With proper support, it integrates easily into a vibrant, nourishing space, where each plant becomes a small world unto itself.

The Red Pearl tomato is an indeterminate variety distinguished by its abundant fruit production and the brilliant sheen of its small, bright red fruits. Each one resembles a juicy pearl suspended on long clusters that form in abundance from the first weeks of summer.

Easy to grow in a kitchen garden, it thrives in sunny flowerbeds or home greenhouses, and readily complements the careful practices of organic gardening. Its dense foliage protects the fruit while contributing to a robust plant, resistant to fusarium wilt, and less prone to cracking.

The Sprite grape tomato belongs to the vast world of Solanum lycopersicum , patiently selected from around the globe to offer fruits of varied shapes and uses. Within this large family, Sprite stands out with its clusters of small, elongated, "grape-like" tomatoes, designed to be eaten directly from the garden or harvested in bunches.

In the vegetable garden, it's a reliable companion during short summers: its early ripening and abundant production of small fruits make it a reassuring presence in a productive garden. The tight, regular clusters bring a touch of brightness to a sunny space, whether it's a large vegetable garden or a more modest corner. With respectful cultivation practices, it integrates naturally among other vegetables and flowers, contributing to a harmonious garden where harvests follow the natural cycle of the seasons.

Developed through selective breeding by Wild Boar Farm in California, Black and Brown Boar embodies a modern and distinctive lineage, with fruit striped in deep brown, mahogany red, and bronze green. This indeterminate variety produces vigorous plants that grow gracefully and benefit from good staking to support their generous yield.

In a harmonious garden, it blends naturally alongside other colorful varieties, creating a vibrant and edible tableau. Its hardiness and stable growth habit make it a reliable companion for those wishing to explore the visual and gustatory diversity of the tomato world.

An heirloom tomato variety originating from the Black Sea region, Black Sea Man has gained popularity in northern gardens thanks to its early maturity and generous fruit. Its medium-sized tomatoes display dark, nuanced hues when ripe, a distinctive feature that stands out against the deep green foliage.

In the garden, according to the plant identification guide, it is distinguished by its determined growth habit , which limits its height, making it easy to cultivate without the need for frequent pruning and trellising. During the warmer months, it produces a good quantity of fleshy fruits, ideal for the kitchen garden: sliced ​​in summer salads, in sandwiches, or for everyday cooking. Its early ripening makes it a valued companion in vegetable gardens with shorter summers, where reliable varieties well-suited to the Quebec climate are sought.

The Czech's Bush tomato is a determinate variety that forms a small, compact bush, ideal for gardens where every square meter counts. Its medium-sized, standard-type fruits offer the classic red color and familiar flavor of table tomatoes, while also adapting well to cooler conditions.

In a harmonious vegetable garden, it easily finds its place at the edge of a flower bed, in a container, or in a large pot. Its compact size makes care and harvesting easy, allowing for careful daily attention without taking up too much space. It's an interesting companion for gardeners seeking a rooted approach, respectful cultivation, and a reliable presence at the heart of a diverse, productive garden.

Originating in Peru, the Garden Peach tomato is a surprising heirloom variety, whose small, round fruits have a fuzzy skin reminiscent of a peach. Their pale yellow hue, sometimes pinkish when ripe, attracts the eye as much as the curious hand of the gardener.

In the vegetable garden, this indeterminate variety develops into a flexible, vigorous plant that is easy to grow, even in poor soil. It thrives in a sunny corner of the garden and produces consistently until autumn. Its unobtrusive appearance, hardiness, and reliable performance make it a dependable plant for a diverse garden.