San Marzano is considered one of the best sauce and paste tomatoes of all time, with Old World look and taste. Whole 4–6 oz. tomatoes peel easily and cook down quickly. Various strains of San Marzano exist. This seed strain originates from Parma, Italy, where it was developed for the 1950's canning industry. This strain has a very traditional San Marzano shape and appearance as well as a vibrant red color. Indeterminate. USDA Certified Organic.
PACKET: 10-15 seeds
LIFE CYCLE: Annual
LIGHT: Sun
HEIGHT: Indeterminate tomato plant
SPACING: 12-18" apart
INSTRUCTIONS: Plant seeds in medium-rich soil. Recommended to start in pots or small cells, and transplant outdoors when plant becomes 6-8" tall. Can direct seed into ground. Prune suckers and trellis for high quality yields. Recommended to fertilize with organic fish emulsion, or organic tomato fertilizer. Harvest ripe fruits regularly.