{"product_id":"beefsteak-tomato-marmande","title":"Beefsteak Tomato 'Marmande'","description":"\u003cp\u003e80 Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Marmande'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a famous French heirloom beefsteak tomato that produces \u003cstrong\u003elarge, flattened, ribbed red fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e with a rich, sweet flavor and juicy flesh. It is excellent for \u003cstrong\u003efresh slicing, sandwiches, salads, grilling, and cooking\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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