Martino's Roma
"The Italian Heirloom Marvel"
"Turn your garden into a little piece of Italy!"
Meet Martino's Roma Tomato, an heirloom variety that has captured the hearts of gardeners and cooks alike. This prolific tomato is known for its robust flavor, firm, plum-shaped fruits, and outstanding disease resistance. Ideal for sauces, pastes, and canning, it brings the hearty taste of Italy right to your backyard. Its compact size makes it perfect for smaller garden spaces or containers, and it's just as happy soaking up the sun in your garden. At NJBackyard, we're all about helping you grow the tastiest, healthiest, and most rewarding crops possible. So why not add Martino's Roma Tomato to your growing family? Let's make your garden a flavor-filled paradise together!
"The Italian Heirloom Marvel"
"Turn your garden into a little piece of Italy!"
Meet Martino's Roma Tomato, an heirloom variety that has captured the hearts of gardeners and cooks alike. This prolific tomato is known for its robust flavor, firm, plum-shaped fruits, and outstanding disease resistance. Ideal for sauces, pastes, and canning, it brings the hearty taste of Italy right to your backyard. Its compact size makes it perfect for smaller garden spaces or containers, and it's just as happy soaking up the sun in your garden. At NJBackyard, we're all about helping you grow the tastiest, healthiest, and most rewarding crops possible. So why not add Martino's Roma Tomato to your growing family? Let's make your garden a flavor-filled paradise together!
"The Italian Heirloom Marvel"
"Turn your garden into a little piece of Italy!"
Meet Martino's Roma Tomato, an heirloom variety that has captured the hearts of gardeners and cooks alike. This prolific tomato is known for its robust flavor, firm, plum-shaped fruits, and outstanding disease resistance. Ideal for sauces, pastes, and canning, it brings the hearty taste of Italy right to your backyard. Its compact size makes it perfect for smaller garden spaces or containers, and it's just as happy soaking up the sun in your garden. At NJBackyard, we're all about helping you grow the tastiest, healthiest, and most rewarding crops possible. So why not add Martino's Roma Tomato to your growing family? Let's make your garden a flavor-filled paradise together!
Growing Information
Martino's Roma is a determinate tomato plant, meaning it grows to a certain height and then focuses its energy on producing firm, flavorful fruits. It thrives in well-drained soil under full sun. Around 75-80 days after transplanting, you'll be rewarded with clusters of brilliant red tomatoes, each weighing about 2-3 ounces. These bushy plants don't require much support, making them an easy addition to your garden.
'Nir’s Take'
“Every tomato variety brings something unique to the table, but Martino’s Roma tomatoes have a special place in my garden – and my kitchen. The subtleties in taste, size, and color are always a delight. These are prime for sauces – I’m talking homemade, flavor-packed sauces! By the end of the season, we don’t need to buy tomato sauce because we’ve got these beauties growing right in our backyard. That’s the goal, right?”
Cooking & Eating Ideas
Martino's Roma tomato is a culinary superstar. Its meaty texture and rich flavor make it a favorite for homemade sauces. Simmer it down with some garlic, basil, and a dash of olive oil, and you've got a tasty pasta sauce that's straight from the garden. It's also a great addition to salsas and perfect for canning, so you can enjoy that fresh tomato taste all year round.
What You Get
1. A Martino's Roma tomato seedling, a robust and compact plant with a proven track record for excellent productivity.
2. Transplanting Instructions – Detailed guidance on how to properly transplant your seedling, including when to plant, how to prepare the soil, and tips to ensure a smooth transition for healthy growth.
3. Digital Support – Got questions? Need troubleshooting? You’ll have access to ongoing digital support for any gardening advice, from transplanting to harvest.
4. Planting Guide & Tips – A customized planting guide with expert tips on spacing, companion planting, watering, and maximizing your yield.
5. Free Delivery – Available within Middlesex County! We’ll coordinate a convenient drop-off so your seedling arrives safe and ready to plant. If you’re outside the area, reach out to discuss pickup options.
6. By choosing NJBackyard, you're also supporting the local community. A portion of your purchase will be donated to the Metuchen Parent Teacher Council (PTC).
