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San Marzano Tomato

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  • 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.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)

Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)

We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

For more information, please go to our Shipping & Returns page at the bottom of the website.

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.

1 Review - San Marzano Tomato Show Reviews

  • 5
    Healthy plants!

    Posted by Liz on May 14, 2023

    My San Marrzano tomato plants came beautifully packaged. They were healthy, with strong stems and bright green foliage.