Tomato Ficarazzi (seeds)
 Type: Indeterminate tomato
 Fruit type: beefsteak tomato
 Height: 1.60 m (indeterminate)
 Original origin: Italy
 Fruit ripening: early
 Taste: juicy, mild, balanced sweet-sour ratio, fruity, soft flesh
 Outdoor/pot/tub/balcony without roof: no
 Seed year: 2024
 Variety video available: no

It was already offered in Ernst Benary's seed catalog in 1906. Contrary to popular online information, the varieties Johannisfeuer (also known as the Geisenheimer Frühtomate) and Ficarazzi are not identical! Lehmann described small morphological differences as early as 1955. Genetic analyses by the University of Giessen (2019) also confirm differences. In 1906, it was confirmed that Ficarazzi was a selection from the Geisenheimer Frühtomate variety. More information about its history can be foundhere .
 Source: https://vern.de/tomatensorte-johannisfeuer/

The Ficarazzi tomato is a special variety that impresses with its distinctive shape and intense flavor. The full-red, flat-round fruits are heavily ribbed and a real eye-catcher in any garden. Due to its compact height, this variety is particularly well-suited for smaller gardens or for growing in pots. However, outdoor cultivation without a protective roof is not recommended .

The Ficarazzi tomato should be regularly pruned and ideally grown as two-shoot plants to achieve its full yield . Because of the numerous, yet heavy fruits, it's important to support the plant well to ensure stability and a bountiful harvest.

The Ficarazzi impresses with its juicy fruits and balanced sweetness and acidity . Its mild aroma and soft flesh make it a versatile tomato, suitable for both fresh consumption and processing.

The Ficarazzi tomato combines impressive appearance with excellent flavor and is easy to care for. It's the perfect choice for anyone looking for a high-yielding tomato variety that can be easily grown even in smaller spaces.