San Marzano Short Vine Tomato Seeds – 30 Heirloom Indeterminate Seeds

San Marzano Short Vine Tomato is a classic Italian heirloom prized for its elongated, meaty fruits and rich, sweet flavor. This indeterminate variety produces clusters of plum-shaped tomatoes that are ideal for sauces, pastes, canning, and fresh eating. The short vine habit makes it a manageable choice for home gardens, raised beds, and containers, while the vigorous plants continue to set fruit throughout the season.

Whether you are growing for the kitchen or for market, San Marzano delivers dependable yields of flavorful tomatoes. Start seeds indoors and transplant after the last frost for a productive harvest.

Plant Features

• Heirloom indeterminate variety with short vine growth
• Elongated, plum-shaped red fruits
• Meaty texture and sweet, low-acid flavor
• Excellent for sauces, pastes, and canning
• Productive over a long season

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Lycopersicon esculentum
• Plant Type: Indeterminate tomato
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate, consistent moisture
• Growth Habit: Short vine, needs staking or caging
• USDA Hardiness Zones: Annual in all zones
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Height: 4-6 feet
• Spacing: 24-36 inches apart

Planting & Care

Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in a sterile seed-starting mix and keep moist at 70-80°F. Provide bright light after germination. Harden off seedlings before transplanting outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Space plants 24-36 inches apart in full sun and well-drained soil. Water consistently and mulch to retain moisture. Stake or cage plants to support the vines and keep fruit off the ground.

What's Included

30 San Marzano Short Vine Tomato seeds.