Tomato 'La Roma'

Scientific Name: Solanum lycopersicum

Common Name: Tomato 'La Roma'

Vegetable Type: Fruit (technically a berry)

Exposure: Full sun

Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter

Fruit Size: Medium-sized, plum-shaped tomatoes

Temperature: Warm temperatures; sensitive to frost

Spacing: 18 to 36 inches apart

Height: Indeterminate growth habit, can reach up to 6-8 feet tall

Width: Varies, depending on growing conditions; typically spreads extensively

Maturity Time: Approximately 70 to 80 days

Culinary Uses: Ideal for making sauces, pastes, and canning; also suitable for slicing and salads

Flavour Profile: Rich, slightly tangy flavor

Companion Plants: Basil, carrots, onions, marigolds

Resistant To: Some resistance to common tomato diseases like fusarium wilt and verticillium wilt, but may be susceptible to pests like aphids and hornworms.