Description
25 Seeds per pack
(Lycopersicon lycopersicum) 70-90 days San Marzano is one of the most popular canning tomatoes in Italy! They have thick walls, are meaty, and very flavorful. This is a determinate strain of the almost legendary paste tomato, providing pounds and pounds of elongated-plum shaped tomatoes in a small space of time. Perfect for a productive round of canning! The smallish 2-5 oz, oblong, red fruits can be processed into a rich, thick paste or sauce with unforgettable flavor. Also, great for making into soup, ketchup, roasting, drying, and even fresh eating (with their mild low-acid flavor). Holds well on vine or in storage. Crack-Resistant. Low acidity variety.
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Planting Instructions for San Marzano Tomato Seeds
Start Tomato seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date. Plant the Tomato seeds ¼” deep in sterile seed starting mix. Germination occurs in 6-14 days in soil 70-90°F. Once true leaves develop, separate Heirloom / Open Pollinated Tomato plants into 3-4″ pots, placing in full light & cooler temps (60-70°F). Set out hardened off Tomato transplants, in full sun, once soil has warmed, 18-30″ apart, in rows 3-4′ apart. Plant tall, spindly San Marzano tomato seedlings deeper, the stems will sprout roots and support and strengthen the plant. To help prevent blossom end rot, put 1 Tbs of lime, ground oyster shells, or crushed eggshells at the bottom of your planting hole. The calcium will help build strong cell walls once your heirloom tomatoes plants start producing fruit. For strong San Marzano tomato plants, add 1 Tbs of aged compost and 1 Tbs of bone meal to the bottom of the hole as well.
FAQ:
What makes the San Marzano Tomato unique?
The San Marzano Tomato is a legendary paste tomato known for its thick walls, meaty texture, and rich flavor. This determinate variety produces abundant 2-5 oz oblong fruits perfect for canning, sauces, pastes, soups, ketchup, and roasting. It also holds well on the vine or in storage and is resistant to cracking.
How long does it take for San Marzano Tomatoes to mature?
San Marzano Tomatoes take approximately 70-90 days to mature, making them a mid-to-late season variety ideal for a productive harvest.
What type of plant is the San Marzano Tomato?
The San Marzano Tomato is a determinate variety, meaning it grows to a set size and produces its fruit over a concentrated period, making it perfect for gardeners looking to process large harvests for canning or cooking in one go.
How should San Marzano Tomato seeds be planted?
To grow San Marzano Tomatoes, start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Plant seeds ¼ inch deep in sterile seed-starting mix at 70-90°F. Germination typically occurs in 6-14 days. Once true leaves develop, transplant seedlings into 3- to 4-inch pots and provide full light at cooler temperatures of 60-70°F. Harden off plants and then transplant them outdoors in full sun, spacing them 18-30 inches apart in rows 3-4 feet apart.
How can I ensure healthy San Marzano Tomato plants and prevent blossom end rot?
To prevent blossom end rot, add one tablespoon of lime, ground oyster shells, or crushed eggshells to the planting hole to provide calcium. Enrich the soil with one tablespoon each of aged compost and bone meal. Plant tall seedlings deeper to encourage root growth along the stem, resulting in strong plants capable of supporting a heavy and productive harvest.
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