{"product_id":"mushroom-basket-tomato-20-seeds","title":"Mushroom Basket Tomato 10 Seeds","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSolanum lycopersicum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMushroom Basket Tomato is a striking heirloom tomato variety originally from Russia (known there as \u003ci\u003eGribnoe Lukoshko\u003c\/i\u003e). It’s celebrated for its deeply ribbed, pleated, almost sculptural fruits that resemble a mushroom cap or basket full of fruit - hence the name. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese large, beautifully textured tomatoes are not only eye‑catching in the garden but also delicious. With sweet, mild flavour, firm flesh, and very few seeds, Mushroom Basket is excellent for fresh eating, slicing, salads, gourmet dishes, and light roasting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 75–85 days from transplant (mid‑season) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"0\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Botanical Name: \u003ci\u003eSolanum lycopersicum\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Variety: Mushroom Basket\u003cbr\u003e• Plant Type: Indeterminate heirloom tomato\u003cbr\u003e• Plant Height: 5–7 feet (vigorous vines) \u003cbr\u003e• Growth Habit: Vining, indeterminate\u003cbr\u003e• Fruit Size: 8–16 oz (medium to large) \u003cbr\u003e• Fruit Colour: Watermelon‑pink to deep red with cream speckling \u003cbr\u003e• Fruit Texture: Firm, meaty with few seeds\u003cbr\u003e• Flavor: Sweet, mild, and rich \u003cbr\u003e• Sun Requirements: Full sun\u003cbr\u003e• Germination Time: 5–10 days\u003cbr\u003e• Days to Maturity: 75–85 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Unique deeply ribbed, pleated fruit shape - visually stunning in garden beds and harvest baskets \u003cbr\u003e• Moderately large fruits with firm flesh and few seeds - great for slicing or stuffing \u003cbr\u003e• Sweet, mild flavour ideal for fresh eating, salads, and gourmet dishes \u003cbr\u003e• Vigorous indeterminate growth provides continuous production throughout the season \u003cbr\u003e• Excellent heirloom variety for home gardens and specialty markets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Fresh slicing and salads\u003cbr\u003e• Sandwiches and gourmet plating\u003cbr\u003e• Light roasting or grilling\u003cbr\u003e• Stuffed tomatoes\u003cbr\u003e• Home and market garden plantings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Grow from Seed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndoor Sowing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Start seeds 8-10 weeks before last frost\u003cbr\u003e• Sow seeds 1\/8–¼ inch deep in seed‑starting mix\u003cbr\u003e• Keep soil warm (70–85°F \/ 21–29°C) and evenly moist\u003cbr\u003e• Seeds usually germinate in 5–10 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransplanting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Harden off seedlings before frost danger has passed\u003cbr\u003e• Space plants 24–36 inches apart\u003cbr\u003e• Provide sturdy support (stakes, tall cages) as plants can reach 5–7 feet tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Grow in rich, well‑drained soil\u003cbr\u003e• Regular watering and feeding encourages larger fruit set\u003cbr\u003e• Remove lower leaves to improve airflow and reduce disease risk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Water deeply and consistently\u003cbr\u003e• Fertilize every 2–3 weeks once flowering begins\u003cbr\u003e• Prune suckers to focus energy on fruit production\u003cbr\u003e• Provide tall support for heavy fruit trusses\u003cbr\u003e• Harvest when fruits show full colour and have a slight give\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes Mushroom Basket tomatoes unique?\u003cbr\u003eTheir deeply ribbed, pleated, almost sculptural shape and watermelon‑pink to red colour are very distinctive and highly ornamental. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre Mushroom Basket tomatoes good for eating?\u003cbr\u003eYes. They have mild, sweet flavour with firm flesh and few seeds, making them excellent for fresh eating, salads, and slicing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow tall do these tomatoes grow?\u003cbr\u003eAs an indeterminate variety, they can reach 5–7 feet or more and benefit from tall supports. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eheirloom tomato seeds, ribbed beefsteak tomato, unique tomato varieties, indeterminate tomato seeds, large slicing tomato plants, best tomatoes for salads, Russian heirloom tomato seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LIZA'S PLANTS YYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51553405600040,"sku":null,"price":4.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/4694\/5064\/files\/Mashroom00.jpg?v=1773899632","url":"https:\/\/lizasplantsyyc.com\/products\/mushroom-basket-tomato-20-seeds","provider":"LIZA'S PLANTS YYC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}