Name: Speckled Roman Tomato
Brand: Solanum lycopersicum
SKU: MF-TOMATO-040
Price: 4.76 CAD
Availability: InStock

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Speckled Roman Tomato

Solanum lycopersicum

Speckled 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.

Where Can You Grow Speckled Roman Tomato?
This 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.

History and Historical Uses
Speckled 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. Now grown around the world, it's especially prized in kitchens for producing rich sauces without excess water.

Canadian Zone Information
Zones 8-9: Direct sow outdoors or transplant starts after last frost.
Zones 5-7: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost and transplant in full sun.
Zones 3-4: Start indoors early and grow in a greenhouse or warm sheltered location.

How to Grow and Harvest Speckled Roman Tomato
Planting: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost; transplant 60cm (24in) apart in full sun.
Watering: Water deeply at the base; avoid wetting foliage.
Harvesting: Pick fruit when richly coloured and slightly soft to the touch.
Maintenance: Stake or cage plants for support; prune lower leaves for airflow.

Seed Saving Tips for Future Supply
Select Healthy Fruit: Choose fully ripe fruit from disease-free plants.
Harvest Seeds: Scoop seeds and pulp into a jar and ferment for 3–5 days.
Dry and Store: Rinse seeds, dry on a screen or paper towel, and store in a cool, dry place.
Store: Seeds remain viable for 4–6 years if kept airtight and dry.

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Islands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)

≈ Solanum lycopersicum seeds | 5g (0.17oz)

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Common Name	Speckled Roman Tomato
Scientific Name	Solanum lycopersicum
Seed Count	Solanum lycopersicum
Metric Weight	5 g
Imperial Weight	0.17 oz
Height	1.5–2.4m (5–8ft)
Spread	0.6–0.9m (2–3ft)
Canadian Zone Information	3–9
Growing Difficulty	Moderate

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