Roma VF Tomato

Roma Tomato – The Classic Sauce & Paste Tomato

Why Choose Roma Tomato?
Roma Tomatoes are the most commonly grown and recognized paste-type tomatoes in the U.S., valued for their rich flavor, meaty texture, and versatility. These compact, high-yielding plants produce an abundance of bright red, pear-shaped fruits that weigh 2–4 ounces and measure about 3 inches long. With few seeds, little juice, and a dense flesh, Roma tomatoes are ideal for sauces, pastes, purees, soups, ketchup, and juice—but they’re also delicious enough to enjoy fresh off the vine.

Product Specifications:

• Type: Determinate Paste Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum)

• Fruit Size: 2–4 oz, approximately 3 inches long

• Shape: Pear-shaped plum

• Color: Bright red

• Flavor: Rich and savory

• Days to Maturity: 75–80 days

• Germination Time: 7–10 days

• Plant Habit: Compact, determinate growth

Growing Information:
Roma tomatoes thrive in full sun and well-drained soil. Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost date, or sow directly in warm climates. Transplant after danger of frost has passed. Plants are compact and easy to manage, making them ideal for raised beds, garden plots, and even larger containers.

Uses & Benefits:

• Perfect for sauce, paste, canning, soup, puree, juice, and ketchup

• Meaty interior with few seeds and low moisture content

• Compact plant habit for easy maintenance and harvest

• Excellent for home gardens, market growers, and commercial greenhouses

• Rich enough for cooking—tasty enough for fresh eating

Whether you're preserving the harvest or making homemade pasta sauce, Roma tomatoes are a reliable and flavorful favorite for any garden.