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Tomato 'Marmande' Seeds
Solanum lycopersicum 'Marmande'
Tomato Marmande a beefsteak delight.
A Marmande tomato is one you'll just keep going back for, and there will be many. A beefsteak tomato from France, these rich sweet flavour fruits will remind you of summers well spent in the French sun.
Approx 30 seeds
- Grow Your Own
- Heirloom
- Compact for Pots
- Sun Loving
Tomato 'Marmande' Seeds – Quick Growing Guide
Tomato 'Marmande' seeds should be started indoors from February to May where they can be kept warm and well-lit. This semi-bush variety thrives in containers or garden beds, making it ideal for balconies, terraces, or outdoor spaces once the risk of frost has passed.
How to Sow, Grow and Harvest Tomato 'Marmande' Seeds
- Sow:Feb–May
- Germination:5–10 days
- Grow:In full sun with well-drained soil, support plants as they grow
- Water:Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
- Harvest:July–September when fruits are fully coloured and slightly soft
- Best for:Beds, pots, greenhouses
Originating from the French town of Marmande, this classic heirloom tomato has been cherished since the late 19th century. Ideal for gardeners seeking a rewarding vegetable variety, it produces large, juicy fruits perfect for salads and cooking. Sow indoors early for a fruitful summer harvest.
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- Letterbox delivery — small orders
- £2.25
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- £4.50
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- £7.50
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Grow in Your Garden
Tomato 'Marmande' Seeds – Classic French Heirloom Beefsteak
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How to Grow
Tomato 'Marmande' seeds should be started indoors from February to May where they can be kept warm and well-lit. This semi-bush variety thrives in containers or garden beds, making it ideal for balconies, terraces, or outdoor spaces once the risk of frost has passed.
Sowing
Sow Tomato 'Marmande' seeds on firm, damp soil and lightly pat down to ensure good contact. Place them in a sunny spot and maintain consistent moisture to encourage successful germination during the early spring months.
Growing
Once seedlings have developed, pot them on and harden off before transplanting outdoors in June. A 30 cm pot is suitable for container growing, and the plants benefit from some support to manage their beefsteak fruit and semi-determinate growth habit.
Plant care
Water Tomato 'Marmande' plants regularly to keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged throughout the growing season from June to September. Feeding once flowering helps promote healthy fruit development, and occasional pinching can encourage bushier growth and better airflow around the plants.
About Tomato 'Marmande'
Heirloom variety, rich sweet flavour, large beefsteak fruits, suitable for pots and garden beds, requires full sun
- Grow Your Own
- Heirloom
- Compact for Pots
- Sun Loving
History of Tomato 'Marmande'
Marmande tomatoes are a staple of French gardens, prized for their flavour and versatility. This determinate variety is ideal for UK growers looking to enjoy fresh, homegrown tomatoes. Provide plenty of sunlight and support as fruits develop for best results.
| Other Names | Beefsteak Tomato. Heritage (French 1900's) and Semi-Bush (Semi-Determinate). |
|---|---|
| Pet/Baby Safe | Ripe fruit is safe; the leaves and stems are toxic to cats and dogs |
FAQs
Sow from February to May. Seedlings usually appear in 5–10 days. Watering: keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
They are determinate, producing a good crop all at once.
Yes, they do well in large pots with good drainage and full sun. It is suited to beds, pots and greenhouses. It is an annual, completing its whole life in one season, so sow again the following year.
Yes — this is a straightforward packet to give, and what makes it work as a gift is mostly timing. Sowing runs February to May, so a packet given inside that window can go straight in, and one given outside it keeps perfectly well until the season comes round.
There are approximately 30 seeds in the packet. On effort it looks after itself, which matters if you are giving it to someone new to growing. It suits beds, pots and greenhouses, so it works for a small space as well as a garden.
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