Burpee San Marzano Paste Tomato Seeds - Heirloom, Non-GMO, 75 Seeds

Meet Burpee San Marzano, a timeless heirloom tomato variety designed for home cooks who value sauce-worthy fruit and garden reliability. The paste-friendly tomatoes are blocky with a meatier interior and a small seed cavity that makes prep simpler and faster.

Each packet includes 75 non-GMO seeds, hand-picked by Burpee's expert horticulturists for robust growth in home gardens. The vines are indeterminate, often reaching about 44 inches in height with an 18-inch spread, delivering a steady stream of fruit through the season and a manageable footprint for typical garden plots.

Growers can expect a first harvest starting around 80 days after transplanting outdoors. This classic San Marzano—renowned as a paste tomato—offers reliable volume for sauces, pestos, and canning, and also dries well for pantry-friendly stock. The fruits tend to mature into dense, meat-forward shapes that cook down with minimal boiling or spooning out seeds.

Key benefits at a glance

• 75 non-GMO seeds per packet, with germination rates higher than many industry standards.
• Indeterminate vines that thrive through summer, reaching about 44 inches tall with an 18 inch spread.
• Blocky 4 ounce fruits designed for efficient paste production, canning, and drying.
• Heritage San Marzano, an heirloom variety with versatile kitchen applications.
• Seed-starting tip: indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost, then harden off before transplant.

Growing tips and kitchen planning

• Indoor sowing: start seeds 6–8 weeks before average last frost to align with outdoor planting windows.
• Transplanting: move outdoors after danger of frost; provide full sun and well-drained soil.
• Space and support: allow about 18 inches between plants and provide stake or cage support as vines grow.
• Harvest planning: expect a gradual, long harvest through the warm months, ideal for batch cooking or preserving.

flavor and versatility

Burpee San Marzano fruit carries a rich, tomato-forward aroma and a balanced sweetness that shines in sauces and preserves. The dense meat and minimal seed cavity make it easier to cook down to a thick texture without excessive prep work. Even when dried, the fruit concentrates well, delivering pantry-ready convenience for soups, stews, and rustic preserves.

From Burpee's heritage to your garden

Since 1876, Burpee has offered high-quality seeds and practical growing guidance. This San Marzano selection embodies the brand’s heritage: trusted seed stock, detailed growing tips, and a promise of consistent results for home gardeners who value flavor and process-friendly tomatoes.