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Tomato Seeds - San Marzano

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Hydroponic Friendly
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Fragrant
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Lycopersicon esculentum

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 60 to 90 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Branching
  • Spreading
  • Upright

PLANT TYPE

  • Indeterminate

Grow Heirloom Tomatoes - Plant San Marzano Tomato Seeds. San Marzano Tomatoes proudly maintains characteristics of the perfect paste, puree or canning tomato. San Marzano matures in clusters, holds well on the vine and in storage, is crack resistant, and processes well due to its solid nature. For these reasons, San Marzano Tomatoes remain Italy's top choice as the perfect canning tomato.

  • • Indeterminate, Heirloom, Plum Tomato, Thicker Flesh with Fewer Seeds
  • • Taste is Stronger, Sweeter, Less Acidic; Perfect Paste, Puree or Canning Tomato; Crack Resistant
  • • Yields Until Frost; Prefers Full Sun Exposure

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Warm Season

SOWING METHOD

  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/4-1/2 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 18 to 36 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count
Packet 201
1 Ounce 10,078
1/4 Pound 40,312

Planting Guide

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Tomato Seeds - San Marzano

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Tomato Seeds - San Marzano FAQs

Is San Marzano Tomato resistant to animals or disease?

San Marzano Tomato shows resistance to Fusarium Oxysporum Fysio 0 and Verticillum Alboatrum, meaning it's less susceptible to these under normal growing conditions — though resistant isn't a guarantee against them in every case.

What type of seed is San Marzano Tomato?

San Marzano Tomato is classified as heirloom seed and open pollinated seed.

How big will San Marzano Tomato get?

San Marzano Tomato grows to 4 ounces.

What is the flavor profile of San Marzano Tomato?

San Marzano Tomato has a flavor profile described as sweet, slightly tangy, low water content, and firm and meaty texture.

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