Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height & Spread 3 - 4 Feet
Low acidic, sweet flavor is ideal for sauce
Indeterminate harvest after 78 to 85 days

The unmistakable oblong fruit with pointed ends is the surefire sign of San Marzano tomatoes. These fleshy tomatoes have a sweet flavor, few seeds, and are low acidic, making them excellent for sauce or canning. The vigorous-growing plants will reach 3 to 4 feet tall and generally yield about 20 pounds of fruit, depending on the conditions. Fruit can be picked early while still slightly green, and it will ripen in a few days.

San Marzano Tomato Care

Plant outdoors after there is no longer a chance of frost. Use rich soil high in organic content that has a pH of 5.8 to 7.0. San Marzano Tomato plants require full sun and prefer consistently damp soil.

Growing San Marzano Tomato

The San Marzano Tomato variety is a tall plant that will grow 6 to 8 feet tall and requires full sun. Fruit can be harvested within 78 to 85 days, and fruit picked early will continue to ripen after being picked.

Growing San Marzano Tomatoes in Containers

San Marzano Tomato varieties can grow in a 10-gallon container. Place the container in full sun water while the soil is still damp and use a cage or trellis to support the tall branches.

Watering San Marzano Tomato

Water the San Marzano Tomato while the soil is slightly damp. Drench the soil until it is wet, but make sure the soil is not soggy.

Feeding San Marzano Tomato

Apply a 5-10-10 fertilizer once a month for plants grown in the ground. Potted plants will benefit from a water-soluble fertilizer every few weeks.

San Marzano Tomato Information

USDA Hardiness Zones:

Plant Type: Edible Plants

Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)

Mature Height: 3 - 4 Feet

Mature Spread: 18 - Inches

Spacing: 18 Inches

Habit: Upright

Flower Color(s): None

Flower Description:

Bloom Period:

Foliage Type: Herbaceous

Foliage Color(s): Green

Foliage Description:

Seasonal Interest: N/A

Watering: Low

Resists: N/A

Tolerates: N/A

Attracts: N/A

Container Role:

Uses: Wildlife Gardens

Features: N/A

Brand: Burpee

Common Name: San Marzano Tomato

Other Name(s):

Scientific Name: Tomato ‘San Marzano’

SKU:: TOMSMP

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

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Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.

We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location

Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

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