Plum Cherry Tomato Principe Borghese (Solanum lycopersicum) seeds

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Plum Cherry Tomato 'Principe Borghese' (Solanum lycopersicum) seeds

An Italian classic for sun-dried tomatoes – compact, aromatic, and exceptionally prolific.
Contents: Approx. 10 seeds.
Open-pollinated variety, seed tested regularly.

13,19 l

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10	11,86 l*
100	9,88 l*

SKU: LYC42

GTIN: 4251420520135

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Italy’s Classic Drying Tomato – Compact and Rich in Flavour

'Principe Borghese' is a traditional Italian cherry tomato with a very specific purpose: its small, oval fruits are considered one of the best varieties for making sun-dried tomatoes. Named after the noble Borghese family – a nod to its esteemed status in Italian horticulture – this tomato is prized for its firm texture, crack-resistant skin, and intensely aromatic flavour, which becomes even more concentrated when dried. Traditionally, the fruits are strung up and sun-dried, but they are also excellent when eaten fresh or preserved in oil.

The plant itself is compact, bushy in growth, and highly productive. It typically stays under one metre in height, requires minimal maintenance, and is perfectly suited to outdoor beds, raised planters, or containers. Thanks to its sturdy habit and early ripening, it thrives in sunny, dry locations and is cherished by tomato enthusiasts worldwide for its traditional character and reliable performance.

Plant description

Species:	Solanaceae
Root system:	Heart roots
Flower colour:	Yellow
Fruit colour:	Rot
Fruit form:	pflaumenförmig glatt
Growth habit type:	determinate / bush type
Region of origin:	Italy
Characteristics:	Not winter-hardy Needs darkness to germinate
Climate:	Temperate
Lifecycle:	Annual
Flowering months:	June July August September

Growing advice

Sowing depth:	0.5 cm
Planting distance:	50 cm
Bad companion plants:	Peas Fennel Cucumber Potatoes Sweet Pepper
Good companion plants:	Celeriac Lettuce Spinach Nasturtium Knoblauch Headed cabbage Kohlrabi New Zealand Spinach Parsley Radish Winter Radish Marigold Basil
Row spacing:	80 cm
Sunlight:	Full sun
Germination time:	5-10 days
Water requirement:	High
Germination temperature:	22-28°C

Sowing and Care of the 'Principe Borghese' Variety

Sowing begins indoors from March for early propagation. Seeds should be sown approximately 0.5 to 1 cm deep in low-nutrient seed compost and germinated at temperatures between 20 and 24 °C. The first seedlings usually emerge after 7 to 14 days. Once germinated, the young plants should be pricked out and grown on in a bright position. From mid-May onwards, they can be planted outdoors or into large pots. This variety prefers a full sun location with fertile, well-drained soil. As it branches naturally, regular side-shoot pruning is not necessary. With consistent watering and light feeding, the plant develops a compact, sturdy habit and produces an early and prolonged crop. Harvesting typically begins in July and continues reliably for several weeks, yielding small, firm fruits.

Other names

Botanical name:	Solanum lycopersicum
German names:	Cocktailtomate, Pflaumentomate,
French names:	Tomate cerise
English names:	Cherry tomato, Plum cherry tomato, Italian drying tomato,
Spanish names:	Tomate cherry, tomate para secar, tomate tipo cereza,
Italian names:	Pomodoro ciliegino, pomodoro da essiccazione,
Dutch names:	Cherrytomaat, Italiaans droogtomaatje,

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