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Italian Roma Bush Tomato Seeds

Italian Roma Bush Tomato Seeds

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~0.57 g (~25 seeds)
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An absolutely excellent heirloom tomato—firm, meaty, 3" oblong fruits with few seeds, on compact vines that are very productive. As a determinate type, most of the fruits ripen at the same time, which makes this tomato a good choice for canning. In areas with a long growing season, a second planting will double your harvest!

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Variety Info

Days to Maturity: 80 days from transplanting

Family: Solanaceae

Type: Determinate, Paste Tomato (Learn more)

Native: Andes

Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual

Exposure: Full sun

Plant Dimensions: About 36" tall, 18" wide

Variety Info: 3" x 1 ½", 5-6 oz. oblong, red fruits with few seeds. Italian 'Roma' is a determinate type tomato.

Attributes: Frost Sensitive

Sowing Info

When to Sow Outside: For mild climates only: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 60°F.

When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting. Transplant when air temperature is 45°F or warmer, usually 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 70°–90°F.

Days to Emerge: 5–10 days

Seed Depth: ¼"

Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 24"

Row Spacing: 36"

Thinning: When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 24"

Growing Info

Harvesting: Italian Roma' tomatoes are at the peak of sun-ripened deliciousness when red, and have a slight give when gently squeezed.

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Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
Based on 34 reviews
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  • Cecilia L.
    Verified Buyer
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Apr 27, 2024
    5 Stars

    The seeds germinated easily and the seedlings are very healthy. I transplanted them 2 weeks ago and they are growing strong and healthy. I only planted 4 of them.

  • Poppie S.
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Aug 26, 2023
    5 Stars

    Nice little plant for my raised bed garden. Loaded with fruit and compact. I am growing three of this variety and they are easily trained using a single stick for support. Can't wait till they ripen! Planning to can sauce. I have grown other roma varieties, but so far this is the variety I have had the best results with.

  • Alana S.
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Apr 26, 2025
    5 Stars

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  • Barbara R.
    Verified Buyer
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Jan 8, 2025
    5 Stars

    Used last year and purchased again!

  • Chrystee K.
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Oct 27, 2024
    5 Stars

    The seeds had a great germination rate and grew very quickly! They were my favorite tomato plants of the season and I wish I had taken photos of them in their prime. Purchased another seed packet just to make sure I had enough for next year’s garden! I’ve made the fruit into 60 pints of salsa and 12 quarts of stewed tomatoes and can’t wait for next year.

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Beginner