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Tomato Roma VF Seeds

Roma VF tomato seeds offer a time-tested, open-pollinated, and heirloom variety renowned for its exceptional qualities in culinary applications. This determinate, warm-season tomato produces an abundance of plum-shaped, bright red fruits with thick, meaty flesh and minimal seeds, making it the preferred choice for sauces, pastes, and canning. The “VF” in its name signifies its robust resistance to both Verticillium and Fusarium wilts, ensuring healthy plants and bountiful harvests.

Botanical Information

• Botanical Name: Lycopersicon esculentum or Solanum lycopersicum L.
• Common Names: Roma VF Tomato
• Life Cycle: Determinate, Warm-season
• Height: 3-4 feet (up to 60 inches)
• Contain: 50 Seeds

Characteristics and Usage Roma VF Tomato Seeds

• Time-tested, open-pollinated, and heirloom variety
• Determinate, warm-season tomato
• Produces plum-shaped, bright red fruits with thick, meaty flesh and minimal seeds
• Grows to a compact height of about 3-4 feet (up to 60 inches)
• Adaptable for traditional gardens, raised beds, greenhouses, and containers

Growing Conditions

• Days to germination: 7-14 days at 18-21°C.
• Mature height: 90-150cm with moderate support needed.
• Sun requirements: Full sun with shelter from strong winds.
• Soil: Moist, fertile, and well-drained soil rich in organic matter.
• Soil pH: 6.2-6.8
• Watering: Consistent moisture, daily during hot weather.
• Harvest time: 80-120 days from sowing, June to October outdoors.
• Habitat: Well-suited for various gardening environments, including traditional garden plots, raised beds, greenhouses, and even containers, making them ideal for patios, balconies, or smaller gardens.
• Propagation: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last anticipated spring frost.
• Germination: Maintain a consistent germination temperature of 70-75°F (21-24°C).
• Additional Notes: For most climates, it’s recommended to start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last anticipated spring frost. Seedlings can be transplanted outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and when the soil temperature has reached at least 60-70°F (16-21°C). When transplanting, space plants 18-24 inches apart. As determinate plants, Roma VF tomatoes generally grow to a compact height of about 3-4 feet (up to 60 inches). Providing support structures like stakes or cages can prevent branches from breaking under the weight of the fruit and keep them off the ground.

Uses and Benefits

• Edible Uses: Its thick walls, meaty interiors, and low water content make it perfect for creating rich, flavorful sauces, pastes, purees, ketchup, and even sun-dried tomatoes. The firm texture allows the fruit to hold its shape well in cooked dishes without watering down recipes. They offer a mildly sweet flavor with subtle tartness and earthy undertones. Provides a fresh, pesticide-free, and sustainable food source, enhancing home cooking and supporting a healthier lifestyle.
• Important Considerations: A significant advantage is its inherent resistance to Verticillium wilt and Fusarium wilt (race 1), ensuring a higher yield and healthier crop. Some sources also indicate resistance to Alternaria Stem Canker (Crown Wilt) and Tomato Mosaic Virus. This disease resistance makes it a reliable and often effortless choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.