{"product_id":"speckled-roman-tomato","title":"Speckled Roman Tomato Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSpeckled Roman tomato\u003c\/strong\u003e is a truly remarkable variety, producing elongated red fruits streaked with magnificent yellow-orange hues. These meaty tomatoes are sweet, contain few seeds, and are ideal for sauces, pasta, and grilling. Their unique appearance is matched by excellent culinary performance. With their vigorous growth habit and slightly drooping foliage, the plants also stand out in the garden. It is a productive variety and a much-appreciated conversation piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere to grow Speckled Roman tomatoes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey grow well in zones 3 to 9, in full sun and in fertile, well-drained soil. A warm season and the use of stakes or trellises significantly improve yields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory and traditional uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Speckled Roman is a modern, open-pollinated variety, developed by breeder John Swenson. It resulted from a cross between the Antique Roman and Banana Legs varieties to combine flavor, color, and a firm, low-seed texture. Grown worldwide today, it is particularly prized in cooking for producing rich sauces without excess water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInformation on Canadian zones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZones 8–9:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow directly outdoors or transplant after the last frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZones 5–7:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost, then transplant into full sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZones 3–4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early indoor start and cultivation in a greenhouse or a warm, protected location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1815\" data-start=\"1533\"\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\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to grow and harvest Speckled Roman tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost; transplant plants 60 cm (24 in) apart in full sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply at the base of the plants; avoid wetting the foliage to limit diseases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick fruits when they are fully colored and slightly soft to the touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Install stakes or cages for support; prune lower leaves to improve air circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips for seed harvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose fully ripe tomatoes from healthy, disease-free plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtraction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Put the seeds and pulp in a jar and let ferment for 3 to 5 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrying and cleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse the seeds, then dry them on a sieve or paper towel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry, airtight place; viability of 4 to 6 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified organic by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Certificate #1962)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53644645761392,"sku":"MF-TOMATO-040","price":16.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/0801\/8032\/files\/magic_edit_TUFISDAydC1hTFUjMSMyMTQzYWRiMTc5OTE0NmU4NTYyMjAyNGJlNzY4NDU2YSM4MDcjI1RSQU5TRk9STUFUSU9OX1JFUVVFU1Q.png?v=1777089139","url":"https:\/\/www.biocos.ca\/en-ae\/products\/speckled-roman-tomato","provider":"Biocos Canada ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}