Heirloom Seeds - Tomato 'San Marzano'

Variety of plum tomato that is world renowned as the ultimate for canning/passata. Prolific, full bodied, mild acidity, forget about it....

When to Plant

Zone 1: October–December

Zone 2: August–December

Zone 3: August–January

Zone 4: April–July

Soil

Tomatoes are very nitrogen- hungry, so prepare the soil by integrating nitrogen-rich pea or broad bean plants into your soil as a green manure. Alternatively, mix compost and chook manure through your patch a fortnight prior to planting.

Soil pH Level 5.5–7.5

Position 

Choose a sunny, well-drained spot in your patch, preferably a place you haven’t grown tomatoes in the previous season. 

How to Plant

Propagate in seed trays. Tomatoes are suitable larger pots, but prefer an in-ground veggie patch. It’s recommended to pinch out the first side shoots to encourage plant growth.

Spacing 40–60 cm

Depth 0.5cm - 1cm

Companion Plants

Basil, Marigold

No.of seeds: 50