{"product_id":"roma-paste-tomato-mix","title":"Roma Tomato Paste Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur Roma Paste Tomato Blend brings together a selection of our favourite sauce-type tomatoes, chosen for their taste, texture, and excellent performance in British Columbia's coastal climate. With thick flesh and low water content, these tomatoes are perfect for making sauces, preserving, or slow-roasting. The fruits vary in shape and size but all share that classic, rich, and slightly acidic tomato flavour much loved by cooks. Semi-determinate plants produce over an extended period and should be staked to keep the fruits off the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis curated blend may include: Red Roma, Amish Paste, Roman Striped, Federle, Pompeii Sauce, Red Plum, and Maida's Kootenai Giant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can you grow Roma Paste Tomato Blend?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese tomatoes thrive in zones 3 to 9 in full sun and well-drained, fertile soil. They are well-suited to greenhouses, raised beds, or any sunny, sheltered spot, especially with support for the fruit-laden plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory and historical uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaste-type tomatoes have been cultivated for centuries as an essential base for sauces, salsas, and preserves in many cultures. Each of the varieties in this blend carries its own story and flavour characteristics, passed down through generations and now grown in Canadian gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanadian Zone Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZones 8–9: Sow indoors in early spring and transplant after the last frost.\u003cbr\u003eZones 5–7: Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost, then harden off and transplant.\u003cbr\u003eZones 3–4: Grow in a greenhouse or under protection for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"979\" data-start=\"423\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2017\" data-start=\"1742\"\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 Roma Paste Tomato Blend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 6 mm (1\/4\") deep indoors. Transplant seedlings 45–60 cm (18–24\") apart.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply and regularly, avoiding wetting foliage to prevent diseases.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick fruits when they are fully coloured and slightly soft to the touch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Support plants with cages or stakes; remove lower leaves to improve air circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed saving tips for future supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose ripe, healthy fruits from vigorous plants.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Fermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove seeds with pulp, ferment in water for 2–3 days, then rinse.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrying \u0026 Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spread seeds to dry thoroughly and store in a cool, dark place.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use paper envelopes or airtight containers. Viability up to 5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53644641534320,"sku":"MF-TOMATO-037","price":600.0,"currency_code":"DZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/0801\/8032\/files\/ChatGPTImage27avr.2026_18_24_18.png?v=1777328673","url":"https:\/\/www.biocos.ca\/en-afrique\/products\/roma-paste-tomato-mix","provider":"Biocos Canada ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}