{"product_id":"tomato-plum-principe-borghese-100-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Tomato Plum Determinate Principe Borghese 100 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow an Italian kitchen favorite with \u003cstrong style=\"color:#006400;\"\u003ePrincipe Borghese Plum Tomato\u003c\/strong\u003e. This packet contains \u003cstrong\u003e100 non-GMO, heirloom, open-pollinated seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e. Small red, plum-shaped tomatoes develop in clusters and offer dense, meaty flesh suited to roasting, sauces, and drying with appropriate food-safe methods. This determinate variety benefits from support and is listed at approximately 75–80 days from transplant, depending on growing conditions. Picture a basket of ripe tomatoes becoming a fragrant tray of garlic-and-herb roasted tomatoes for dinner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"color:#006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 91%. Test Date: 10\/25. TLM.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"color:#006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexas Minimum Germination Rate: 75%\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Principe Borghese?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeaty plum tomatoes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense flesh lends itself to concentrated flavor in sauces and roasted dishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClustered fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attractive clusters make checking ripeness and planning kitchen projects convenient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeterminate habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plants tend toward a more concentrated harvest than indeterminate varieties while still benefiting from sturdy support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom and open-pollinated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Save seeds from properly isolated plants to help preserve variety characteristics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow approximately 1\/4 inch deep, six to eight weeks before your expected last frost. Keep seed-starting mix warm and evenly moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransplant carefully:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harden seedlings off gradually and transplant after frost danger has passed and soil has warmed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGive plants room:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose full sun and well-drained soil. Space approximately 24–36 inches apart, adjusting for your support system and local guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport early:\u003c\/strong\u003e Install a cage or stakes at planting to support fruit-laden branches and keep tomatoes off the ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater consistently:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water at soil level and mulch once soil warms to help maintain even moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilize thoughtfully:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow a soil test and fertilizer label directions; excessive nitrogen can favor leaves over fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest ripe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick fully colored fruit for fresh eating and roasting. Growing conditions affect maturity, size, and yield.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has taken the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/blogs\/news\/safe-seed-pledge\" style=\"color:#0000ee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Halve fruit and roast with olive oil, garlic, and herbs for a savory side dish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimmer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cook ripe tomatoes into sauces for pasta, pizza, or vegetables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnjoy fresh:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slice into salads or spoon chopped tomatoes over toasted bread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry safely:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a reliable food-preservation guide for drying and storage rather than assuming sun-drying or oil storage is safe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"text-align:center;color:#ff0000;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eOrder Principe Borghese Tomato Seeds Today\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;color:#ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart your garden with 100 seeds and bring homegrown plum tomato flavor to your table.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvested tomatoes, not planting seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e A standard serving of one medium raw tomato contributes vitamin C, potassium, and plant pigments including lycopene. Exact nutrient amounts vary with fruit size, variety, and preparation.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Disclosures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fruit size, maturity, yield, and plant growth vary with climate and care. Photos illustrate the variety and serving ideas; individual results vary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep seeds cool, dry, and dark until planting. Seeds are intended for planting, not eating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow as a warm-season annual and plan around local frost dates and summer conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;color:#006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrow something beautiful. Grow something delicious. Grow with David's Garden Seeds®.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGarlic-and-Herb Roasted Principe Borghese Tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade with harvested tomatoes, not the planting seeds in this packet. Serves 4. Prep time: 10 minutes. Cooking time: 35–45 minutes. Total time: 45–55 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 1\/2 pounds ripe Principe Borghese tomatoes, halved lengthwise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 garlic cloves, finely minced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 teaspoon dried oregano\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4 teaspoon ground black pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, optional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat the oven to 400°F. 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