Roma Tomato 40 seeds
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Roma Tomato: Essential for Sauces and Salads
Species and Origin
The Roma Tomato, also called a plum tomato (Solanum lycopersicum), is a widely grown determinate or semi-determinate variety. Often associated with San Marzano because of its elongated shape, Roma refers to a broader group of plum-shaped processing tomatoes. It is prized for adaptability, high yields and excellent preserving qualities.
Flavour and Texture
Its flavour is mild, sweet and low to moderately acidic. Less complex than the heirloom San Marzano, it has a clean, concentrated taste. Its main advantage is its dense, meaty flesh, with few seeds and very little water. It develops intense flavour when cooked and holds its shape when sliced or roasted.
Appearance and Ripening
The firm fruits are oval or elongated, resembling plums. Medium-sized and easy to handle, they ripen to a uniform bright red. Their firmness makes them easy to transport and store.
Recommended Uses
Its thick flesh and low water content make Roma tomatoes excellent for homemade sauces and preserving. Particularly recommended for:
- Tomato sauces and pastes with a thick, rich texture.
- Sun-dried or slow-roasted tomatoes.
- Salads where firm slices are important.
- Home-preserved peeled or crushed tomatoes.
Roma Tomato. Pack of 40 seeds, with a sticker identifying the species and origin.
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Roma Tomato: Essential for Sauces and Salads
Species and Origin
The Roma Tomato, also called a plum tomato (Solanum lycopersicum), is a widely grown determinate or semi-determinate variety. Often associated with San Marzano because of its elongated shape, Roma refers to a broader group of plum-shaped processing tomatoes. It is prized for adaptability, high yields and excellent preserving qualities.
Flavour and Texture
Its flavour is mild, sweet and low to moderately acidic. Less complex than the heirloom San Marzano, it has a clean, concentrated taste. Its main advantage is its dense, meaty flesh, with few seeds and very little water. It develops intense flavour when cooked and holds its shape when sliced or roasted.
Appearance and Ripening
The firm fruits are oval or elongated, resembling plums. Medium-sized and easy to handle, they ripen to a uniform bright red. Their firmness makes them easy to transport and store.
Recommended Uses
Its thick flesh and low water content make Roma tomatoes excellent for homemade sauces and preserving. Particularly recommended for:
- Tomato sauces and pastes with a thick, rich texture.
- Sun-dried or slow-roasted tomatoes.
- Salads where firm slices are important.
- Home-preserved peeled or crushed tomatoes.