{"product_id":"speckled-roman-tomato","title":"Speckled Roman Tomato","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"944\" data-start=\"444\"\u003eSpeckled Roman is one of the most eye-catching tomato varieties you’ll grow, producing elongated red fruit streaked with beautiful golden-orange tones. These meaty tomatoes are sweet, low in seeds, and ideal for sauces, pastes, or roasting. Their appearance is matched by their performance in the kitchen. With a long, slender growth habit and unusual drooping leaves, these plants stand out in the garden as well. A reliable producer and a great conversation piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1157\" data-start=\"946\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"991\" data-start=\"946\"\u003eWhere Can You Grow Speckled Roman Tomato?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"994\" data-start=\"991\"\u003eThis variety thrives in Zones 3–9, preferring full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. A warm growing season and staking or trellising support will improve yields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1531\" data-start=\"1159\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1190\" data-start=\"1159\"\u003eHistory and Historical Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1193\" data-start=\"1190\"\u003eSpeckled Roman is a modern open-pollinated variety developed by tomato breeder John Swenson. It was bred as a cross between Antique Roman and Banana Legs tomatoes to bring together flavour, colour, and a firm, low-seed texture. 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