Organic Marglobe Tomato Seeds (Solanum lycopersicum) – Classic American Heirloom Since 1925, Disease-Resistant Determinate Plant

Minimum: 10+ Seeds

Marglobe Tomato is a cornerstone of American gardening heritage: a disease-resistant heirloom developed in 1917 by USDA scientist Fred J. Pritchard and released in 1925, saving the Florida tomato industry when verticillium and fusarium wilt threatened destruction. Created by crossing 'Marvel' and 'Globe' tomatoes, Marglobe was one of the first commercially available disease-resistant tomatoes... a breakthrough so significant it became parent to countless modern varieties. The deep red, smooth, globe-shaped fruits averaging 6-10 ounces are remarkably crack-resistant with thick, firm walls and classic balanced tomato flavor. Despite its determinate designation, Marglobe exhibits vigorous, sprawling growth with abundant foliage providing natural sunscald protection. Matures in just 75-80 days, invaluable in northern regions with short seasons while thriving in southern heat and humidity. Resistant to cracking during rain or irregular watering. Excellent for fresh slicing, canning, sauce-making, or paste production, Marglobe delivers the genuine tomato flavor modern hybrids abandoned decades ago.

Who Grows Marglobe Tomato Seeds?

Northern gardeners seeking reliable tomatoes in short seasons. Heat-tolerant growers in southern climates. Home canners and preservers. Heirloom gardeners. Anyone frustrated by bland hybrids. Market growers. Anyone valuing history and flavor equally.

What This Heirloom American Tomato Actually Is

Solanum lycopersicum 'Marglobe'. Determinate heirloom released by USDA in 1925, created by crossing 'Marvel' and 'Globe'. Developed by Fred J. Pritchard in 1917. Plants 24-36 inches tall with vigorous, dense foliage. Round, smooth, deep red globe fruits averaging 6-10 ounces. Crack-resistant, thick-walled, firm flesh. Disease resistant to Verticillium and Fusarium wilt. Matures 75-80 days from transplant. Early harvest for short seasons. Heat and weather-tolerant. Classic balanced flavor. Non-GMO heirloom. Organic-eligible.

In the Kitchen & Garden

• Fresh Slicing: Thick-walled fruits for sandwiches and salads.
• Canning: Excellent for whole fruit canning.
• Tomato Sauce: Classic flavor for marinara and pasta.
• Paste & Puree: Firm flesh makes excellent paste.
• Juice & Soup: Rich flavor base.
• Short Seasons: Early maturity suits northern regions.
• Heat Tolerance: Thrives in southern heat.
• Disease Prevention: Wilt resistance eliminates fungicides.
• Compact Plants: Suits small gardens and containers.

Growing Marglobe Tomato Seeds

• Zones: All regions. North and south.
• Start Indoors: 6-10 weeks before transplant.
• Soil Temp: Optimal 75-85°F.
• Depth: 1/4 inch deep.
• Timing: After all frost danger.
• Spacing: 2-3 feet between plants.
• Sunlight: Full sun, 6-8 hours minimum.
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained.
• Water: Consistent, even moisture.
• Support: Light staking or caging.
• Pruning: Minimal, optional.
• Maturity: 75-80 days from transplant.
• Harvest: Pick when bottom blushes.
• Yield: Abundant single flush, then lighter production.

Before You Close This Page

American heirloom from 1925, determinate 24-36 inches. Deep red globe fruits, 6-10 ounces. Crack-resistant, thick-walled, classic flavor. Disease resistant to Verticillium and Fusarium. 75-80 day maturity. Early harvest, short-season capable. Heat and humidity tolerant. Canning, slicing, sauce. Non-GMO, organic-eligible. The historic tomato that saved Florida and defines American taste.