Tomato Prince Borghese 10 PCS fresh seeds

🌱 Solanum lycopersicum — Tomato Prince Borghese

Seeds of the indeterminate tall variety Tomato Prince Borghese, native to sunny Italy. This variety is ideal for greenhouse cultivation, but in warm regions, it can successfully produce fruit in open beds.

🌿 Botanical Description

The plants of Tomato Prince Borghese can grow up to 2 meters in height, with pronounced leafiness and branching. They produce 10-12 bunches, with 12-25 tomatoes per brush. The fruit is ready for harvest after 90-95 days from germination.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds 1-2 cm deep, 6-8 weeks before the last frost date, with a temperature of 20-25°C (68-77°F) for germination.
• Germination temperature and time: 20-25°C (68-77°F), 7-14 days.
• Soil type: well-draining, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.8.
• Watering and fertilization: keep the soil consistently moist, and provide a balanced fertilizer once a month.
• USDA Hardiness Zone and frost tolerance: 4-10, frost-sensitive.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Native to the Mediterranean region, Tomato Prince Borghese thrives in warm and sunny climates, typically found in regions with mild winters and hot summers, at altitudes ranging from sea level to 500 meters.

✨ Interesting Facts

Tomato Prince Borghese has been a popular variety in Italy for centuries, prized for its sweet-sour taste and dense, red skin. It is also known for its high yield and early maturation, making it a favorite among gardeners and chefs alike.

🌸 Fruit Description

The fruit of Tomato Prince Borghese is a plum-shaped tomato, weighing between 10-25 grams, with a bright red color and dense skin. The flesh is fleshy and sweet-sour, making it perfect for fresh eating, cooking, and canning.

🌻 Harvesting

The crop is harvested with brushes, when the fruit is fully ripe and the skin is slightly soft to the touch.

🏔️ Climate and Soil

Tomato Prince Borghese prefers well-draining, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.8, and a warm and sunny climate with mild winters and hot summers.