When should I sow Tomato 'Marmande' seeds?

Sow from February to May. Seedlings usually appear in 5–10 days. Watering: keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Are Marmande tomatoes determinate or indeterminate?

They are determinate, producing a good crop all at once.

Can I grow Marmande tomatoes in pots?

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.

Do these seeds make a good gift?

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.

Herboo Tomato 'Marmande' seed packet in turquoise.

Herboo Tomato 'Marmande' packet angled to show its printed spine.

Back of the Herboo Tomato 'Marmande' packet with its sowing calendar.

Tomato 'Marmande' Seeds

Name: Tomato 'Marmande' Seeds
SKU: HS056
Price: 3.50 GBP
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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 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.

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

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Tomato 'Marmande' Seeds – Classic French Heirloom Beefsteak

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