Roma Tomatoes, also known as Italian Plum Tomatoes or Pomodoro Plum Tomatoes, are the quintessential choice for classic Italian dishes.These determinate tomatoes boast heavily fruiting vines, yielding robust and thick-walled 3-inch-long oblong tomatoes. With a slightly sharp and delicious taste, Roma Tomatoes are perfect for pasta salads, herbed sauces, seafood, and roast meats. Ideal for farmer's markets, storage, and travel, Roma Tomatoes are a favorite among grocery stores and home gardeners.
Specifications:
Plant Name: Tomato, Roma VF
Latin Name: Solanum lycopersicum
Days to Germinate: 7-14
Days to Harvest: 84
Growth Habit: Determinate
USDA Zones: 3-12
Lifespan: Annual
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade
GMO: No
Pollination: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated
Brand: TomorrowSeeds
Fungicide-Treated Seeds: No
Seeds Packed For: 2023
Planting Instructions:
Soil Preparation: Choose well-draining soil with at least 6 hours of sunlight daily. Prepare the soil 8-10 inches deep, incorporating organic material like compost or manure.
Planting:
Direct Sowing: Plant 3-4 seeds in 1/2 inch deep holes on raised beds. Space holes 2-4 feet apart within rows spaced 4-5 feet apart.
Transplanting: Plant 3-4 seeds 1/2 inch deep in a pot. Transplant outdoors when 6-8 inches tall.
Planting Depth: 1/2 inch
Within-Row Spacing: 2-4 feet
Between-Row Spacing: 4-5 feet
Nutrition Facts Tomatoes, red (per 123 g):
Calories: 22
Total Fat: 0.2 g
Saturated fat: 0 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 6 mg
Potassium: 292 mg
Total Carbohydrate: 4.8 g
Dietary fiber: 1.5 g
Sugar: 3.2 g
Protein: 1.1 g
Vitamin A: 20%
Vitamin C: 28%
Calcium: 1%
Iron: 1%
Vitamin D: 0%
Vitamin B-6: 5%
Cobalamin: 0%
Magnesium: 3%
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Elevate your culinary creations with the authentic taste of Roma VF Tomatoes