Tomato Seeds – Italian Roma

Italian Roma Tomato is a classic, plum-shaped variety known for its firm flesh and rich flavor. It is widely used for sauces, pastes, and canning due to its low moisture content and fewer seeds. This dependable variety is easy to grow and offers abundant yields in warm climates.

Features and Specifications:

• Plant Type: Heirloom tomato, determinate growth habit

• Variety Name: Italian Roma

• Fruit Shape & Size: Plum-shaped, medium-sized, firm flesh

• Days to Maturity: Approximately 75–80 days from transplanting

• Growing Season: Warm season crop; best growth in late spring through summer

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–11 (grown as annual in most regions)

• Sowing Months:

  • Zones 9–11: February–April, July–August

  • Zones 7–8: March–May

  • Zones 5–6: April–May

  • Zones 3–4: May–June

• Light Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)

• Soil Needs: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter

• Watering: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged

• Uses: Ideal for sauces, pastes, soups, and canning