25/30 seeds
Cultivation: easy
Seed Production: Beginner
Sowing: from February to June
King Umberto Tomato (Lycopersicon Lycopersicum)
King Umberto Tomato (Lycopersicon Lycopersicum): also known as RE FIASCONE : "The fascinating history of this tomato tells how the origin of its name is a tribute to Umberto I of Savoy, when as King of Italy he visited Naples for the first time in 1878. This variety was chosen because it represented excellence at that time, the king of tomatoes. Also known locally with the name "Fiascone", the King Umberto tomato is also famous for having given rise to the San Marzano tomato, which is nothing other than the result of crossing the Fiascone with another variety of tomato" This is an extract from the ACARBIO website ( A ssociazione C ostiera A malfitana R iserva B iosfera) the association that has been responsible for the recovery of this heirloom from the Tramonti area, a mountainous area of the coast, a territory suited to agriculture, where the King Umberto tomato has been handed down since the beginning of the 1900s, passed down through generations. The plant is robust and highly productive. The berries have an intense flavor and are ideal for sauces and preserves, and are incredibly fragrant. Easy to grow, it will bring you great satisfaction, as well as the opportunity to preserve a true Italian excellence.
The Re Fiascone tomato is one of those varieties at risk of extinction that we distribute free of charge in the municipalities of origin and neighboring areas. In this case, all Neapolitan growers will be able to request the seeds free of charge. Simply leave a message when ordering or call and collect them completely free of charge at our headquarters.
You can learn more about the history of KING FIASCONE on the following websites: