- Italian Heirloom
- Determinate Variety
- 80 Days to maturity
- Produces prolific amount of 5oz fruits
Often considered the king of paste tomatoes, Roma plants deliver incredibly heavy harvests of 3–5 oz fruits. Expect steady production right up until the first frost. The flavor is acidic, making it excellent for canning, tomato paste, pizza sauce, pasta sauce, and even fresh eating in salads. Both gourmet and home chefs seek out this type for its amazing flavor and perfect texture. Summer growing season; 80–85 days to maturity.
Category: Tomatoes
Name: Roma
Type: Paste
Days to Maturity: 80-85
Season: Summer
Variety: Paste
Container Friendly:
Note: Please see "Plant Size" info section below. Plug sized plants are much smaller than 2.5" Pots.
Tomato - Roma (Patio Produce)
Production Time
4 weeks
Plant Size
Approximate Sizing:
Plugs: 2-3" tall
2.5" Pots: 5-8" tall
3" Pots: 8-10" tall
Gallon: 12-16" tall
Light, Water, Fertilizer
Light: Full Sun, Part Shade
Water: When surface of soil is dry. Most vegetable plants benefit from not wetting foliage to prevent disease.
Fertilizer: Organic or conventional. Use as directed on the package for leafy greens. Use 1.5x if using an all purpose brand for heavy feeders such as tomatoes and squash.