Principe Borghese Tomato Seeds
Best prolific producer for home gardeners seeking flavorful paste tomatoes.
Cultivate authentic Italian flavor in your garden with these heirloom tomato seeds. This non-GMO variety yields small, meaty plum tomatoes, perfect for sun-drying, rich sauces, or enjoying fresh. Known for their low juice and seed content, these tomatoes are ideal for preserving and offer a savory taste. The semi-determinate plants grow to 4-5 feet, producing abundant clusters of 1-2 oz. fruits from early summer until the first frost, ensuring a plentiful harvest.
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Plant Type
Tomato
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Who it's for
- Home cooks wanting to make their own sun-dried tomatoes
- Gardeners seeking a high yield with a concentrated harvest period
- Cooks desiring versatile tomatoes for various culinary applications
Who should skip it
- Gardeners expecting large, juicy tomatoes for fresh eating
- Gardeners preferring a steady supply of fresh tomatoes over time
- Busy gardeners who prefer minimal post-harvest preparation
Performance breakdown
Drying Suitability
Meaty texture and low juice content make these ideal for drying.
Culinary Versatility
Excels in sauces, fresh salads, and intense oven-roasted applications.
Yield Potential
Prolific clusters ensure a heavy harvest throughout the growing season.
Growth Manageability
Semi-determinate habit keeps plants at a manageable four to five feet.
Heirloom Authenticity
Classic Italian genetics deliver the genuine flavor profile home gardeners crave.
Processing Efficiency
Minimal seeds and meaty flesh significantly reduce prep time for preserving.
Key Specs
Plant Type
Tomato
Seed Type
Heirloom, Non-GMO
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Days to Maturity
75 days
Planting Season
Spring, Summer
Mature Height
4-5 ft.
Edible
Yes
Seed Count
10
Know before you buy
They are highly versatile. While they are excellent fresh in salads, their meaty texture and low juice content make them specifically prized for sun-drying and creating rich, concentrated sauces.
These semi-determinate plants reach 4 to 5 feet in height. Because they produce heavy clusters of fruit, you should provide sturdy stakes or cages to support the vines throughout the season.
You can expect to harvest your first tomatoes approximately 75 days after planting. The plants will continue to produce fruit in clusters until the first frost.
Yes, these are authentic heirloom, non-GMO seeds. They have not been chemically treated, making them a great choice for organic gardening practices.
Each cluster typically holds 7 to 10 individual fruits. Each tomato generally weighs between 1 and 2 ounces, making them a manageable size for drying or roasting whole.
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