White Flower Farm
Tomato 'San Marzano'
The San Marzano Tomato is an heirloom plum variety, historically cultivated in Italy's Campania region. Prized for its balanced acidic/sweet flavor and meaty flesh, it is the official tomato for authentic Neapolitan pizza and excellent for sauces. These indeterminate vines produce heavy yields of long, cylindrical fruit averaging 5–6 oz. Grown from non-GMO seed, seedlings ship with well-developed root systems. For optimal results, plant deeply to encourage root growth along the buried stem and provide support for the tall vines.
$8.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
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Category Rank
2589
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#2589 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-71%
Below average
Cultivar
San Marzano
/ San Marzano
Who it's for
- Superior Sauce Quality
- Ideal Processing Texture
- Reliable Heirloom Performance
Who should skip it
- High Maintenance Vining
- Susceptible to Blight
- Longer Maturation Period
Key Specs
Cultivar
San Marzano
Lifespan
Annual
Mature Height
8 feet
Mature Spread
3 feet
Sun Exposure Requirement
Full Sun
Soil Drainage
Good-drained
Plant Spacing
2 feet recommended
Planting Depth
4-5 inches deep (for stem burial)
Features
- Heirloom variety ideal for sauces and pizza
- Indeterminate growth requires plant support
- Balanced acidic and sweet flavor profile
- Produces heavy yields of cylindrical fruit
- Grown from non-GMO seed stock
- Meaty flesh perfect for cooking
- Ripens in approximately 78-80 days
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the San Marzano plants for their exceptional quality and authentic flavor profile. Reviewers note the plants arrive healthy and establish quickly, yielding fruit lauded for intense, low moisture taste, perfect for sauces. This high performance validates the investment for serious culinary gardeners prioritizing superior flavor. The main point of friction is the premium price, causing some to question the overall value. While the initial plant quality is excellent, ultimate satisfaction depends on successfully managing this specific heirloom variety. Overall, it remains a reliable, high-end source for a sought-after, high-performance tomato among those focused on quality.
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