Seccagno Tomato Seeds

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[Solanum lycopersicum] Seccagno tomato seeds, heirloom Sicilian dry-farmed variety, intense flavour, high lycopene.

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Seccagno Tomato

Seccagno tomato, also called siccagno, is an heirloom cultivar from Southern Italy traditionally grown without irrigation, typical of Sicily's inland areas.

The Seccagno Tomato Plant

It belongs to the species Solanum lycopersicum, family Solanaceae. A determinate plant that needs no support except minimal staking in humid areas.

How to Sow Seccagno Tomato

Sow directly in the field between January and May, with spacing of 80 cm between rows and 40 cm along the row.

How to Grow Seccagno Tomato

Its distinctive feature is dry cultivation, made possible by clay and sandy soils that self-regulate moisture; it prefers full sun and intense heat.

Tips for Seccagno Tomato

The numerous berries are rounded with a pointed tip and uniform scarlet-red colour; they are harvested about 90 days after emergence.

Diseases and Pests of Seccagno Tomato

A rustic, easy-to-grow variety that needs no side-shoot pruning or special treatment, well suited to hot, dry climates.

Uses and Curiosities of Seccagno Tomato

Its intense flavour and good sugar content make it perfect for sauces, concentrate and sun-dried tomatoes, as well as fresh use.

Properties of Seccagno Tomato

Rich in above-average lycopene thanks to dry cultivation, seccagno tomato has particularly concentrated antioxidant properties.

Nutritional Values of Seccagno Tomato

  • Calories: about 18 kcal
  • Protein: 0.9 g
  • Carbohydrates: 3.9 g
  • Fat: 0.2 g
  • Fibre: 1.2 g