Tomato 'San marzano redorte'

San marzano redorte likes a position of full sun and remember to water moderately. San marzano redorte is generally regarded as a tender plant, so it is really important to plant out well after your last frost date. San marzano redorte needs a loamy soil with a ph of 5.0 to 6.0 (moderately acidic soil to weakly acidic soil).

Start seeds indoors six weeks before last frost date.

Sow at a depth of approx. 0.78 inches (2.0 cm) and aim for a distance of at least 2.60 feet (80.0 cm) between Tomato plants. For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 12°C / 54°F.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing San marzano redorte about 42 days before your last frost date.

Transplant out when around 15cm (6 inches) high.

Plant to the first set of true leaves to promote strong root growth.

San marzano redorte is tender, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

This variety tends to mature and be ready for harvest in mid summer.

An heirloom from the Tuscany region of Italy.

San marzano redorta, improved san marzano

San marzano select