Solanum lycopersicum “San Marzano”

Description

🌿 Why ‘San Marzano’ is a Culinary Icon

• Historic heirloom — rooted in 18th-century Italian agricultural heritage.
• Perfect sauce tomato — dense flesh, few seeds, low moisture.
• Balanced flavor — rich sweetness with a refined acidity.
• Nutrient powerhouse — high in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals.
• Globally celebrated — centerpiece of authentic Italian cuisine.

🌞 Care Guide for Garden Abundance

• Light: Full sun — at least 6–8 hours daily to develop full flavor.
• Soil: Fertile, well-draining loam enriched with compost; pH 6.0–6.8.
• Watering: Deep, consistent watering at the base; avoid wet foliage.
• Support: Stake or cage to lift heavy fruit clusters off the ground.
• Feeding: Start with balanced tomato fertilizer; side-dress mid-season with compost or organic feed.
• Pruning: Remove suckers to channel energy into fruit production.
• Harvest: Pick when fully red but still firm for optimal sweetness and texture.

🍅 From Garden to Saucepot — An Heirloom’s Journey

To grow ‘San Marzano’ is to join an unbroken chain of Italian gardeners, chefs, and families who have passed this variety down through generations. Whether you roast them slowly in olive oil, stir them into a bubbling marinara, or freeze them for winter, these tomatoes carry with them a piece of Italy’s sun-drenched soul.