Tomato Seeds - Paste - Principe Borghese
70-75 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycoperscium. Principe Borghese Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, determinate, paste tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, greenhouses, containers, and large hanging baskets. Resistant to disorders. Although these fruits are small, in Italy they are used for sun drying and sauces due to their fantastic flavor. 1-2 oz. plum shaped fruits with pointy ends. ~6,800 seeds/oz.
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Growing Principe Borghese Paste Tomatoes in the Vegetable Garden
In cooler climates, Principe Borghese seeds are best started indoors in early spring. Begin sowing summer annual tomato plants in early spring with a seed-starting container under grow lights or in a greenhouse. Plant seeds ¼ inch deep in a warm, moist seed-starting mix. Use a root growth-focused fertilizer at the time of sowing. Germination will take 1-2 weeks. You can sow Principe Borghese Tomato seeds outdoors once the threat of frost has passed or once your region's night temperatures exceed 45 F; this sets Principe Borghese apart from other tomatoes, as those varieties should stay indoors until climate conditions stay above 50 F. These Roma tomato hybrids prefer full sun and a temperature range of 65-95 F with at least 50 F for germination. After 6 weeks, or once seedlings grow 3-4 inches tall with 1-2 sets of true leaves, harden off plants before transplanting outdoors. Till rich, composted soil and prepare 8-12 inch holes. Remove all of the smaller leaves on each Principe Borghese plant, leaving a single top set of sturdy leaves. Plant just 2 inches of the plant above the soil, with only their top set of healthy leaves exposed. Space the plants 2 inches apart with 3-4 inches in between rows.
Use a trellis or stake for support. You can also transfer Principe Borghese Red Tomatoes to a container at least 14-20 inches wide and 2 inches deep to set on your patio, as this small and shorter bush type grows 18-36 inches tall and doesn't take up too much space. Instead of potting soil, try using a rich soilless starting mixture. Feed your resilient Principe Borghese tomatoes by scattering a fertilizer made of peat moss and vermiculite at the base of the plants throughout the season. Water Principe Borghese plants 1-2 inches per week, depending on natural precipitation. Diverse varieties like Principe Borghese Tomato seeds are resistant to various disorders. In general, tomatoes prefer full sun and rich, warm, well-drained soil with added compost and a pH level of 6.0-6.8.
Harvesting Principe Borghese Paste Tomatoes
Harvest Principe Borghese Tomatoes before their skin feels too soft and once their red color is bright. In general, it's recommended to begin harvesting tomatoes once they start to turn in color. Harvest tomato plants by gently pulling the bright-red fruit from their calyx hat with one hand while holding the stem with the other. Principe Borghese paste tomatoes are a determinate bush variety and will have just a few weeks of harvest. The harvest will end at the first frost if it has not ended already.
About Principe Borghese Paste Tomato Garden Seeds
This durable and sensational variety of tomatoes is resistant to various disorders. You can rest easy knowing that this seed is made to thrive amidst common diseases that plague gardens.
Although these fruits are small, in Italy, they are used for sun drying and sauces due to their fantastic flavor. 1-2 oz. plum-shaped fruits with pointy ends. Born in clusters, very meaty with little juice and few seeds, the determinate vine benefits from support. This variety is a good processing variety. In dry areas, branches of these tomatoes can be hung up to dry until leathery.
Determinate variety tomatoes don’t always need a trellis or tomato cage. They only grow to be one set size and, therefore, may not fall over unless there are high winds or the plant yields particularly heavy. Monitor your plants and add a tomato cage if necessary.
Gardeners love growing a paste-type tomato like Principe Borghese for its hearty texture and Italian cooking options. Easily grow them in garden plots, raised beds, greenhouses, containers, and large hanging baskets for your enjoyment.
Tips From Our Gardeners
"This compact tomato plant is perfect for smaller spaces and hanging baskets to maximize space efficiency and make harvest a breeze. Grow them off your patio or in your garden!"
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- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer |
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Principe Borghese Paste Tomato Seeds Per Package:
- 300 mg packet - Approximately 65 Seeds
- .25 oz - Approximately 1,700 Seeds
- 1 oz - Approximately 6,800 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 27,200 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 108,800 Seeds
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=======Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Solanum lycoperscium (previously Lycopersicon esculentum) |
| Tomato Type: | Paste - These are oblong and often called Roma-type tomatoes. They have a lower water content. While they can be used in the same ways as slicing and salad tomatoes, they are most commonly used for canning and making tomato sauce or paste. |
| Principe Borghese Tomato Color: | Red |
| Principe Borghese Tomato Flavor: | Rich, classic |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Annual: Not intended to overwinter |
| Days to Maturity: | 70-75 (from transplant) |
| Days to Germination: | 7-10 |
| Seeding Depth: | 0.25 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 18 to 36 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 36 inches |
| Plant Height: | 18 to 36 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Determinate - Determinate tomatoes are more compact, bush-type plants that set their fruit all at once and end the harvest. They won't continue to produce tomatoes after that. By planting multiple plants in intervals a week apart, you can continue to harvest for longer periods. |
| Soil Preference: | Well-draining, loose (sandy loam), slightly acidic (6.2 to 6.8), and moisture retaining. Too much nitrogen in the soil may lead to more foliage production and less fruiting. Tomatoes like more phosphorus and potassium than other vegetables. |
| Temperature Preference: | Warmer (70-85 F) |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
Other
| Direct Sow: | No |
| Start Indoors: | Yes Start Indoors 7-9 weeks before your last spring frost date. |
| Plant Width: | 18 to 36 inches |
| Growth Speed: | Mid - Ready to harvest 70 to 80 days from transplant. Tricky to get a tomato by the 4th of July with these varieties. They are good mid-summer producers for most USDA Zones. |
| Germination Temperature: | 65-85 F |
| Pests and Diseases: | Resistant to disorders. Common pests known to harm tomato plants, in general, include the tomato hornworm, cutworm, aphids, flea beetles, tomato fruit worms, and whiteflies. Also, watch for common diseases such as blossom end rot, fusarium wilt, powdery mildew, verticillium wilt, late blight, bacterial canker/spot, and tobacco mosaic virus. Most of these can be prevented by maintaining a regular watering schedule and avoiding overwatering. Regularly check your plants for pest damage throughout the season. For treating pest and disease problems, we recommend using an organic neem-based product. |
| Garden Size: | Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Container, Large Hanging Basket |
| Tomato Use: | Sun Drying, fresh eating, pastes, stews, soups, etc. |