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Roma-Type Elongated Tomato Seeds
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[Solanum lycopersicum] Roma-type elongated tomato seeds, firm low-seed flesh, versatile for sauces and salads.
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- Roma-Type Elongated Tomato
- The Roma Tomato Plant
- How to Sow Roma Tomato
- How to Grow Roma Tomato
- Tips for Roma Tomato
- Diseases and Pests of Roma Tomato
- Uses and Curiosities of Roma Tomato
- Properties of Roma Tomato
- Nutritional Values of Roma Tomato
Roma-Type Elongated Tomato
Roma-type elongated tomato is a very popular variety for family vegetable gardens, with oval elongated fruits, firm flesh and few seeds, versatile in the kitchen for many preparations.
The Roma Tomato Plant
It belongs to the species Solanum lycopersicum, family Solanaceae. A determinate or semi-determinate growth plant, compact and productive, with fruits grouped in clusters.
How to Sow Roma Tomato
Sow in a heated seedbed between February and March, with soil temperature between 20 and 25°C; transplant into the field after the last frosts.
How to Grow Roma Tomato
It prefers fertile, well-drained soil, sunny exposure and regular watering; thanks to its compact habit it needs lighter staking compared to indeterminate varieties.
Tips for Roma Tomato
Harvest is staggered from July to September: fruits should be picked once they reach full red colouring while keeping firm flesh.
Diseases and Pests of Roma Tomato
It can be affected by downy mildew, alternaria and blossom-end rot in case of irregular watering; crop rotation and good ventilation help prevent the main plant diseases.
Uses and Curiosities of Roma Tomato
Its compact, low-seed flesh makes it perfect for sauces, preserves and purées, as well as excellent sliced for summer salads.
Properties of Roma Tomato
Rich in lycopene, vitamin C and potassium, Roma tomato has antioxidant properties and a good balance between sweetness and acidity.
Nutritional Values of Roma Tomato
Per 100 grams, Roma tomato provides about 18 kcal, 0.9 g protein, 3.9 g carbohydrates, 0.2 g fat and 1.2 g fibre.