San Marzano Horn Tomato Seeds

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[Solanum lycopersicum] San Marzano horn tomato seeds, firm low-seed flesh, ideal for sauces and preserves.

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San Marzano Horn Tomato

San Marzano horn tomato is a selection of the famous Campania variety, with elongated horn-shaped fruits, firm and low-moisture flesh, ideal for sauces and preserves.

The San Marzano Horn Tomato Plant

It belongs to the species Solanum lycopersicum, family Solanaceae. An indeterminate-growth plant requiring staking, with elongated, cylindrical-to-pyramidal fruits typical of the San Marzano type.

How to Sow San Marzano Horn Tomato

Sow in a heated seedbed between February and March, with soil temperature between 20 and 25°C; transplant into the field after the last frosts, generally in May.

How to Grow San Marzano Horn Tomato

It prefers fertile, well-drained soil, sunny exposure and regular watering; the plant needs staking and periodic side-shoot removal to support fruit development.

Tips for San Marzano Horn Tomato

Harvest is staggered from July to September, once fruits reach full red colouring while still keeping good flesh firmness.

Diseases and Pests of San Marzano Horn Tomato

It can be affected by downy mildew, alternaria and blossom-end rot in case of irregular watering; crop rotation and good ventilation help prevent the main plant diseases.

Uses and Curiosities of San Marzano Horn Tomato

Its compact, low-seed flesh makes it perfect for peeled tomatoes, purées and thick sauces that hold together during cooking, in the tradition of Campania cuisine.

Properties of San Marzano Horn Tomato

Rich in lycopene, vitamin C and potassium, San Marzano horn tomato has antioxidant properties and an excellent balance between sweetness and acidity.

Nutritional Values of San Marzano Horn Tomato

Per 100 grams, San Marzano horn tomato provides about 18 kcal, 0.9 g protein, 3.9 g carbohydrates, 0.2 g fat and 1.2 g fibre.