A plum Tomato that is resistant to Verticillium wilt and Fusarium wilt
(indicated by the VF in the name), Roma VF is the most common roma tomato sold in the US.
Roma VF Tomatoes are the classic "sauce" tomato and are great for canning.
The Roma VF Tomato vines are determinate and fruit heavily. It is a "NON" GMO tomato and of the open pollinated variety.
Seed Count: .180mg Approx. 75-85 seeds
Tomato Type: Determinate
Other Names: Plum tomato, Italian plum tomato, Pomodoro San Marzano dell'Agro Sarnese-Nocerino
Hardiness Zone: Annual 2-11
Days to Maturity: 75-80
Days to Germination: 5-14
Seeding Depth: 1/2"
Plant Spacing: 18-24"
Row Spacing: 24-36"
Plant Height: 36-72" (vining)
Growth Habit: Tall vining upright
Soil Preference: Moist, fertile, composted, well-drained
Temperature Preference: 65-85 °F
Light Preference: Full sun
Roma VF Tomato Color: Dark right skin and meat
Roma VF Tomato Flavor: Extra sweet, juicy, with minimal acid compared to larger tomatoes
Pests and Diseases: Susceptible to blight. Watch for aphids, flea beetles, and tomato hornworms.
