{"product_id":"red-roma-tomato","title":"Red Roma Tomato","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"164\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eRed Roma Tomato is a classic Mediterranean staple, prized for its thick, meaty flesh and low moisture content, making it the go-to variety for sauces, pastes, and canning. These rich red fruits have a delicious tang and dense texture that holds up beautifully in slow-cooked dishes like lasagna, ratatouille, and tomato soup. With a distinctive oblong shape and consistent production, it’s a reliable and flavour-packed tomato every grower should have in their garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"942\" data-start=\"903\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"942\" data-start=\"903\"\u003eWhere Can You Grow Red Roma Tomato?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1175\" data-start=\"944\"\u003eBest suited to Zones 3–9, Red Roma Tomato thrives in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Suitable for garden beds and larger containers with proper support. This variety benefits from staking or caging to support heavy yields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1208\" data-start=\"1177\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1208\" data-start=\"1177\"\u003eHistory and Historical Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1510\" data-start=\"1210\"\u003eA cornerstone of Italian cuisine, Roma tomatoes were developed in the 1950s as a hybrid and quickly gained popularity for their superior culinary qualities. Their firm texture and robust flavour have made them a long-standing favourite for making tomato paste, sauces, ketchup, and canning worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1810\" data-start=\"1512\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1541\" data-start=\"1512\"\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1544\" data-start=\"1541\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1558\" data-start=\"1544\"\u003eZones 8-9:\u003c\/strong\u003e Transplant seedlings outdoors in spring after final frost.\u003cbr data-end=\"1620\" data-start=\"1617\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1634\" data-start=\"1620\"\u003eZones 5-7:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost; transplant once soil has warmed.\u003cbr data-end=\"1713\" data-start=\"1710\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1727\" data-start=\"1713\"\u003eZones 3-4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors and harden off before transplanting into raised beds or under cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1810\" data-start=\"1512\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2185\" data-start=\"1812\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1855\" data-start=\"1812\"\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Red Roma Tomato\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2185\" data-start=\"1812\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1871\" data-start=\"1858\"\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors; transplant 45–60cm (18–24in) apart in full sun.\u003cbr data-end=\"1937\" data-start=\"1934\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1950\" data-start=\"1937\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. Mulch to conserve water.\u003cbr data-end=\"2022\" data-start=\"2019\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2037\" data-start=\"2022\"\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick when fruit is fully red, firm, and slightly soft to the touch.\u003cbr data-end=\"2108\" data-start=\"2105\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2124\" data-start=\"2108\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune lower leaves and use cages or stakes to support vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2525\" data-start=\"2187\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2225\" data-start=\"2187\"\u003eSeed Saving Tips for Future Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2525\" data-start=\"2187\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2252\" data-start=\"2228\"\u003eSelect Mature Fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use fully ripe, healthy tomatoes.\u003cbr data-end=\"2289\" data-start=\"2286\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2313\" data-start=\"2289\"\u003eExtract and Ferment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place seeds with pulp in a jar; ferment for 3–5 days.\u003cbr data-end=\"2370\" data-start=\"2367\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2388\" data-start=\"2370\"\u003eRinse and Dry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse clean, dry on paper towel or screen.\u003cbr data-end=\"2434\" data-start=\"2431\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2444\" data-start=\"2434\"\u003eStore:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep dry and cool in airtight container; seeds remain viable for up to 10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2606\" data-start=\"2527\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2551\" data-start=\"2527\"\u003eCertified Organic By\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2554\" data-start=\"2551\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2606\" data-start=\"2554\"\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48811183079666,"sku":"MF-TOMATO-035","price":4.76,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/4106\/0082\/files\/Red_Roma_Tomato_2.webp?v=1772481893","url":"https:\/\/homeandwell.ca\/fr\/products\/red-roma-tomato","provider":"Home \u0026 Well ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}