{"product_id":"tomato-principe-borghese","title":"Tomato | Principe Borghese Tomato","description":"\u003cp\u003ePrincipe Borghese is an Italian heirloom tomato variety prized for its small, round, and deep red fruits that are perfect for drying or fresh use. A favorite among gardeners for its reliability and exceptional taste, Principe Borghese is perfect for both small and large garden spaces. Each packet contains 50–60 seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Grow Principe Borghese Tomatoes?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamous Italian heirloom variety legendary for making sun-dried tomatoes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall, plum-shaped, deep red fruits packed with concentrated flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFantastic for fresh eating, salads, sauces, salsas, and drying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable and heavy-yielding across the growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 75–80 days to maturity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrows best in full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 50–60 seeds per packet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Grow Principe Borghese Tomatoes from Seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart Principe Borghese tomato seeds indoors approximately 6–8 weeks before your last expected spring frost. Sow seeds about 6 mm (¼ inch) deep in a quality seed-starting mix and keep warm and consistently moist until germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide seedlings with plenty of bright light once they emerge. Before planting outdoors, gradually harden off the seedlings. Transplant into the garden after the danger of frost has passed and outdoor conditions have warmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a location with full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Principe Borghese produces productive vines that benefit from stakes, cages, or a trellis system to support the heavy clusters of fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater consistently, particularly during flowering and fruit development, while avoiding prolonged waterlogged conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Principe Borghese Tomatoes in Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItalian heirlooms love warmth, so Canadian gardeners will get the best results by starting seeds indoors rather than direct sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid transplanting too early. Tomatoes are frost-sensitive and perform best once both the soil and nighttime temperatures have warmed up for the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor detailed instructions covering seed starting, transplanting, spacing, watering, fertilizing, common problems, and harvesting, read our\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eguide\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.caribouseedcompany.com\/blogs\/in-the-garden\/how-to-grow-tomatoes-canada\" title=\"How to Grow Tomatoes in Canada | Complete Growing Guide\"\u003eHow to Grow Tomatoes in Canada | Complete Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePrincipe Borghese Tomato Growing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; width: 40%; border: none;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; 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Whether you want to enjoy them fresh off the vine, throw them into summer salads, or dry them out for rich winter pantry stores, Principe Borghese is a uniquely rewarding variety to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart your Principe Borghese tomatoes from seed this season and discover why this Italian classic remains a gardener favorite.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Caribou Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":50976303284527,"sku":null,"price":19.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 grams","offer_id":50976303317295,"sku":null,"price":51.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 grams","offer_id":50976303350063,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/tomatopb3.png?v=1739069648","url":"https:\/\/www.caribouseedcompany.com\/en-cn\/products\/tomato-principe-borghese","provider":"Caribou Seed Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}