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Features
Family
Solanaceae
Native
Andes
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Further Information
Growing Conditions
Frost Sensitive
About San Marzano Roma Pole Tomato Seeds
Solanum lycopersicum
3"–4" long, 1 ½" wide, oblong, red fruits. 'San Marzano' is a "paste" tomato.
Planting Tomato
Days to Maturity
70–90 days from transplanting
Plant Spacing
A group of 3 seeds every 24"–36"
Light Required
Full sun
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Planting Depth
¼"
Coverage & Planting Details
| Coverage | This packet yields approximately 20 plants when started inside. |
|---|---|
| Row Spacing | 36" |
| Seed Depth | ¼" |
| Seed Spacing | A group of 3 seeds every 24"–36" |
| Thinning | When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 24"–36" |
| Germination | 5–10 days |
| Start Indoors | RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting. Transplant when air temperature is 45°F or warmer, usually 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 70°–90°F. |
| Direct Sow | For mild climates only: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 60°F. |
| Growing & Harvesting | San Marzano' tomatoes are at the peak of sun-ripened deliciousness when red, and have a slight give when gently squeezed. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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- Morena R.Verified BuyerRated 1 out of 5 stars7/18/26Never grow
I planted them and never grow 😔
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerBIBotanical Interests7/20/26Hey Morena,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️
- antoinette s.Verified BuyerRated 1 out of 5 stars7/16/26Seeds did not germinate
Seeds did not germinate at all i tried multiple times until the pack was gone no success I wont support this brand again
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests7/17/26Hey Antoinette,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Eric R.Verified BuyerRated 2 out of 5 stars7/15/26Good germination
Seed germination was great. Plant growth, however, was not so great. All plants died.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests7/17/26Hey Eric,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Ethan A.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars5/20/26:)
This variety grows very well!
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerBIBotanical Interests5/25/26Hey Ethan,
We love hearing that your San Marzano Roma Pole Tomato Seeds are growing so well! These tomatoes are going to be absolutely delicious - you're in for such a treat! Thanks for sharing your San Marzano growing success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- VictoriaRated 4 out of 5 stars5/19/264 Stars
These did really well until it came time to transplant. I started with 6 plants and only 2 survived.