Tomato 'La Roma III'

Scientific Name: Solanum lycopersicum

Common Name: La Roma III Tomato

Vegetable Type: Fruit

Exposure: Full sun

Soil Type: Well-drained, nutrient-rich soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.8

Fruit Size: Approximately 142–227 grams (5–8 ounces)

Temperature: Optimal growth between 18°C to 29°C (65°F to 85°F); sensitive to frost

Spacing: Approximately 61 cm (24 inches) between plants; 91–122 cm (36–48 inches) between rows

Height: Approximately 61 cm (24 inches)

Width: Approximately 61 cm (24 inches)

Maturity Time: Approximately 76 days from transplanting to harvest

Culinary Uses: Ideal for making pastes, sauces, and canning due to its meaty texture and low moisture content

Flavour Profile: Rich, tangy, and slightly sweet

Companion Plants: Basil, marigolds, and carrots; avoid planting near brassicas and corn

Resistant To: Fusarium Wilt (Races 1 & 2), Verticillium Wilt, Tobacco Mosaic Virus, Alternaria Stem Canker, and Root-Knot Nematodes