Striped Roman Tomato Seeds – Heirloom, Rich Flavor & Unique Stripes

Striped Roman is a stunning heirloom paste tomato known for its elongated shape, deep red color, and striking golden stripes. This high-yielding variety produces meaty, dense fruits with a rich, sweet flavor, making it ideal for sauces, pastes, and fresh eating. The tomatoes grow 4–6 inches long with few seeds, offering a smooth texture and excellent cooking quality.

Key Features:

• Unique Striped Appearance: Bold red with vivid golden streaks
• Heirloom Variety: Open-pollinated and naturally grown
• Rich & Sweet Flavor: Perfect balance of sweetness and acidity
• Meaty & Low-Seeded: Ideal for sauces, roasting, and fresh use
• High-Yielding & Vigorous: Produces abundant, elongated fruits
• Indeterminate Growth: Keeps producing throughout the season

Product Details:

• Quantity: 10 seeds per pack
• Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum ‘Striped Roman’
• Plant Type: Indeterminate heirloom tomato
• Fruit Size: 4–6 inches long
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, nutrient-rich soil with a pH of 6.0–6.8
• Growing Season: Spring to early fall
• Days to Maturity: 80–90 days from transplant

Planting Instructions:

• Seed Starting: Begin indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost
• Sowing Depth: Plant seeds ¼ inch deep in moist, well-drained soil
• Germination: Keep temperatures at 70–80°F for 7–14 days
• Transplanting: Move outdoors after the last frost, spacing plants 24–36 inches apart
• Support: Use stakes or cages to support heavy fruit production

Care & Maintenance:

• Watering: Provide consistent watering to prevent cracking
• Fertilization: Apply a balanced, organic fertilizer for steady growth
• Pruning: Remove lower leaves to improve airflow and reduce disease risk
• Harvesting: Pick when fruits turn deep red with prominent golden stripes