Description
Solanum lycopersicum ‘Rosso Sicilian’ is an heirloom tomato variety valued for its robust growth and richly flavored red fruits. The plants are indeterminate and vigorous, typically reaching 1.8 to 2.4 meters in height, and require staking or caging for optimal support and air circulation. Fruits are medium to large, round to slightly flattened, with bright red skin and firm, juicy flesh. The flavor is well balanced with classic tomato sweetness and acidity, making this variety suitable for fresh slicing, salads, sauces, and general culinary use.
This cultivar thrives in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture. It is appreciated for its productivity, adaptability, and dependable performance throughout the growing season.
Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last expected frost date. Transplant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and when soil temperatures are consistently above 16°C to 18°C. In regions with mild winters or frost-free conditions, sowing from late winter to early spring gives the best results.
Germination Guide
🌍 Sicily, Italy
Easy
Solanum lycopersicum 'Rosso Sicilian' is a classic Italian heirloom tomato from Sicily, introduced to the United States in 1987. The variety produces deeply ribbed, bright red fruits weighing up to 6 ounces with thin skin and firm, meaty flesh ideal for sauces, paste, and cooking. Germination requires warm soil temperatures (65-85°F) and consistent moisture; seeds typically emerge in 6-14 days under optimal conditions with bottom heat.
Germination
Germination time
Expect germination in
6 – 14 days
Temperature
Min 65°C
Ideal 75°C
Max 85°C
Substrate moisture
💧 Medium
Substrate & Container
Recommended substrate
Sterile seed starting mix, well-draining
Recommended container
Seed trays or individual pots with drainage holes, minimum 2 inches deep
Growing Tips
Use a heating mat to maintain soil temperature at 75-80°F for fastest and most uniform germination. Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in sterile, well-draining seed starting mix. Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged—avoid wet conditions that promote rot. Seeds do not need light to germinate; cover with plastic or a humidity dome until germination begins. Once seedlings emerge, provide bright light (14-16 hours daily) to prevent leggy growth. Use bottom watering to protect delicate seedlings from damping off. Maintain soil temperature at 75-85°F during germination, then reduce to 70°F after emergence. Avoid overcrowding; pot up seedlings into 3-4 inch pots when first true leaves develop, burying stems to the lowest leaves to promote strong roots. No pre-soaking or scarification required.
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