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Principe Borghese Tomato: Principe Borghese is an Italian heirloom tomato bearing clusters of small, dense, sweet red fruit with few seeds.

tomato Solanaceae

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Principe Borghese Tomato Seeds

Name: Principe Borghese Tomato Seeds
Brand: Weston
SKU: WSD-62223000010
Price: 3.99 CAD
Availability: InStock

Solanum lycopersicum

Principe Borghese is an Italian heirloom tomato bearing clusters of small, dense, sweet red fruit with few seeds. Enjoy the 1 to 2 oz fruit fresh, roasted or dried to concentrate their flavour. Harvest ripe fruit for preparations that concentrate tomato flavour, including drying.

Sold as 200 to 250 seeds

3 ⁹⁹$

Common nameTomato

FamilySolanaceae

GenusSolanum

Specieslycopersicum

CultivarPrincipe Borghese

Typetomato

Botanical nameSolanum lycopersicum

Heirloom varietyYes

Principe Borghese Tomato Seeds (Solanum lycopersicum) Principe Borghese is an Italian heirloom tomato bearing clusters of small, dense, sweet red fruit with few seeds. Enjoy the 1 to 2 oz fruit fresh, roasted or dried to concentrate their flavour.

Start indoors 5 to 6 weeks before transplanting after frost danger. Sow about 6 mm deep. Keep the seedbed evenly moist through emergence. Allow 30 to 60 cm for determinate plants; 60 to 90 cm for indeterminate plants. Provide full sun and avoid standing water. A germination temperature of 24 to 29°C is appropriate for this crop. Thin crowded seedlings early and harden indoor-started plants gradually before transplanting.

Harvest ripe fruit for preparations that concentrate tomato flavour, including drying. Pick fully coloured fruit for fresh use, roasting or drying.

In the garden

Exposure: Full sun
Life cycle: Annual

Sowing guide

Sowing & germination

Sowing depth

6 mm

Spacing / density

30 to 60 cm for determinate plants; 60 to 90 cm for indeterminate plants

Germination temperature

24 to 29°C

Germination time

5 to 7 days

Sowing period

Start indoors 5 to 6 weeks before transplanting after frost danger

Propagation

Seed

Growing method

Prepare a clean seedbed or containers with moderately rich, well-drained soil. Start indoors 5 to 6 weeks before transplanting after frost danger. Sow about 6 mm deep unless the packet gives a more specific direction. Use the following spacing as the crop develops: 30 to 60 cm for determinate plants; 60 to 90 cm for indeterminate plants. Keep the medium evenly moist during emergence without leaving it saturated. Provide full sun and good air movement. Thin crowded seedlings early so the remaining plants develop without unnecessary competition. Harden indoor-started plants gradually before transplanting them outdoors after the appropriate frost date. Regular watering at soil level.

Soil and care

Soil & care

Soil pH

6.0 to 6.8

Watering

Regular watering at soil level. Check moisture at soil level instead of watering only by schedule. Water gently during germination so seeds are not displaced, then direct irrigation toward the root zone. Avoid standing water and adjust frequency after rain.

Soil type

‘Principe Borghese’ tomato performs best in moderately rich, well-drained soil. Loosen compacted ground before sowing and remove large stones or persistent weeds. Mature compost may improve poor soil, but avoid creating a heavy or waterlogged seedbed.

Fertilization

Prepare the soil with mature compost when fertility is low. A light, balanced fertilizer may be used according to its label, but excessive feeding can cause weak or unbalanced growth. Observe leaf colour and plant development before adding more nutrients. Water after any application.

Seasonal care

At sowing time, prepare moderately rich, well-drained soil and follow this timing: Start indoors 5 to 6 weeks before transplanting after frost danger. Keep the surface moist until emergence, label the row, and thin seedlings according to the recommended spacing. During active growth, provide full sun and monitor soil moisture, weeds, and leaf condition. Regular watering at soil level. In warm or windy weather, check containers and exposed beds more frequently. Remove damaged material and keep enough space for air circulation. At harvest or after flowering, use clean tools and clear unhealthy debris. Healthy residue may be composted where appropriate. At the end of the season, clean containers and tools, record useful observations, and store remaining seed in a cool, dry, dark place.

Container growing

In containers, provide a generous volume of potting mix and secure the support before the stems grow.

Bloom and dimensions

Size, flowering & harvest

Harvest

Pick fully coloured fruit for fresh use, roasting or drying.

Garden associations

Companion plants & uses

Companion plants

Basil can grow near tomatoes when each plant has its own root space and adequate light.

Other recommended plants

Yellow Tondino Cherry Tomato; Tondo Liscio Tomato; San Marzano Indeterminate Tomato

Garden use

Enjoy the 1 to 2 oz fruit fresh, roasted or dried to concentrate their flavour. Pick fully coloured fruit for fresh use, roasting or drying.

Frequently asked questions

How should ‘Principe Borghese’ tomato be sown?

Start indoors 5 to 6 weeks before transplanting after frost danger. Prepare moderately rich, well-drained soil. Sow about 6 mm deep. Keep the seedbed evenly moist until emergence without saturating it. Label the row and provide full sun. Thin crowded seedlings so the final spacing follows this guidance: 30 to 60 cm for determinate plants; 60 to 90 cm for indeterminate plants. If plants are started indoors, provide strong light and harden them gradually before transplanting outdoors at the appropriate time.

Where should I grow Principe Borghese Tomato?

Light: Full sun. Prepare soil that retains moisture without remaining saturated. Light: Full sun. ‘Principe Borghese’ tomato prefers full sun and moderately rich, well-drained soil. Choose a location that leaves enough room for 30 to 60 cm for determinate plants; 60 to 90 cm for indeterminate plants. Avoid low spots where water remains after rain. In a container, use drainage holes and a clean growing mix. Observe how light moves across the space during the day, especially near buildings or taller plants.

How should I water Principe Borghese Tomato?

Keep moisture consistent as tomatoes swell; avoid sudden changes between dryness and saturation. Regular watering at soil level. During germination, use a gentle spray or careful watering so seed is not displaced. After establishment, water at soil level when the surface begins to dry. Adjust frequency to rainfall, heat, wind, soil texture, and container size. Avoid standing water because roots still require oxygen. Morning watering can help foliage dry normally during the day.

What maintenance does ‘Principe Borghese’ tomato need?

Keep the planting labelled, weeded, and appropriately spaced. Check young plants regularly for wilting, chewing damage, discolouration, or crowding. Provide full sun and maintain the moisture pattern described for the crop. Use clean tools, avoid deep cultivation near established roots, and remove unhealthy debris. Apply any fertilizer or pest-control product only according to its label.

When should I harvest Principe Borghese Tomato?

Pick fully coloured fruit for fresh use, roasting or drying. Harvest ripe fruit for preparations that concentrate tomato flavour, including drying.