Tomato "Speckled Roman"

Tomato "Speckled Roman".
Mid-season (110-115 days from germination to fruiting), indeterminate variety of American selection.
Bred by John Swenson in Illinois, USA, by crossing the varieties 'Antique Roman' and 'Banana Legs'.
The plant is powerful, 180-200 cm tall, recommended for cultivation in greenhouses and open ground.

Fruit characteristics:

• Weight: 150-300 g

• Shape: Elongated, with a characteristic nipple at the end

• Size: About 10 cm long

• Color: Immature fruit - light green with dark green stripes; mature - red with bright yellow stripes

• Flesh: Dense, meaty, with a small number of seeds

• Feature: Forms clusters of 5-7 fruits.

Value of the variety: ideal for drying and wilting due to its elongated shape and dense flesh. Excellent for fresh salads, making sauces and canning. Valued for its high yield, exotic color and versatility of use.

Cultivation:

• Planting scheme: 60×50 cm

• Formation: In 1-2 stems with mandatory staking.

Advantages of the variety:

• Stable yield with a long fruiting period

• Unique striped color

• Excellent taste qualities

• Suitability for long-term storage and processing.