Description
25 Seeds per pack
(Lycopersicon lycopersicum) 70-80 days One of the most well known varieties of tomato, it’s popularity has become world-wide. The Roma Tomato has been a favorite of gardeners and cooks alike since it’s introduction in 1958. Roma is known for it’s fine taste and meaty flesh, this disease resistant variety is most widely sought after for use in sauces and ketchup, as well as salsas. Determinate plants set forth loads of pear-shaped 2-3 oz. fruits, with firm flesh and few seeds.
Planting Instructions for Roma Tomato Seeds
Start Tomato seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date. Plant the Tomato seeds ¼” deep in sterile seed starting mix. Germination occurs in 6-14 days in soil 70-90°F. Once true leaves develop, separate Heirloom / Open Pollinated Tomato plants into 3-4″ pots, placing in full light & cooler temps (60-70°F). Set out hardened off Tomato transplants, in full sun, once soil has warmed, 18-30″ apart, in rows 3-4′ apart. Plant tall, spindly Roma tomato seedlings deeper, the stems will sprout roots and support and strengthen the plant. To help prevent blossom end rot, put 1 Tbs of lime, ground oyster shells, or crushed eggshells at the bottom of your planting hole. The calcium will help build strong cell walls once your heirloom tomatoes plants start producing fruit. For strong Roma tomato plants, add 1 Tbs of aged compost and 1 Tbs of bone meal to the bottom of the hole as well.
FAQ:
What makes the Roma Tomato special?
The Roma Tomato is a widely popular variety known for its fine taste and meaty flesh. Introduced in 1958, it is a favorite for sauces, ketchup, and salsas due to its firm texture, pear-shaped 2-3 oz fruits, and few seeds. This disease-resistant variety produces abundant yields, making it a staple for gardeners and cooks alike.
How long does it take for Roma Tomatoes to mature?
Roma Tomatoes mature in approximately 70-80 days, making them a mid-season variety that provides a reliable and productive harvest.
What type of plant is the Roma Tomato?
The Roma Tomato is a determinate variety, meaning it grows to a set size and produces its fruit over a concentrated period. This growth habit is ideal for gardeners looking for a large harvest in a shorter timeframe, perfect for canning and preserving.
How should Roma Tomato seeds be planted?
To grow Roma Tomatoes, start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Plant seeds ¼ inch deep in sterile seed-starting mix at 70-90°F. Germination occurs in 6-14 days. Once true leaves appear, transplant seedlings into 3- to 4-inch pots and provide full light at cooler temperatures of 60-70°F. Harden off the plants before transplanting them outdoors in full sun, spacing them 18-30 inches apart in rows 3-4 feet apart.
How can I ensure healthy Roma Tomato plants and prevent blossom end rot?
To prevent blossom end rot, add one tablespoon of lime, ground oyster shells, or crushed eggshells to the planting hole to provide calcium. Improve soil fertility with one tablespoon each of aged compost and bone meal. Plant tall seedlings deeper to encourage root development along the stem, resulting in strong, productive plants capable of yielding a bountiful harvest.
Suzanne (verified owner) –
Not as vibrant or as strong as hoped
Jeffrey Zvengrowski (verified owner) –
These are excellent for making tomato sauce and good for all other tomato uses!
Trudy Wang (verified owner) –
ditto
Ben H. (verified owner) –
5 star!
Lauren Campbell (verified owner) –
2 star!
Mary Z. (verified owner) –
Deb M. (verified owner) –
Katcha (verified owner) –
We have switched from Amish Paste to Roma mainly for one reason – Roma stays more compact a bush which can be caged against wildlife – a necessity for our garden.