{"product_id":"tomato-roma-over-100-seeds","title":"Tomato Roma - Over 100 Seeds","description":"\u003ch3\u003eRoma Tomato Seeds | Heirloom \u0026amp; Non-GMO (Over 100 Seeds)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow your own abundant harvest of rich, fleshy Roma tomatoes right here in South Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis premium pack contains over 100 high-germination, non-GMO heirloom seeds, perfect for home gardeners, allotment owners, and smallholders looking for a reliable, heavy-yielding crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoma tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum) are the ultimate choice for making rich homemade tomato breeds, chakalaka, stews, sauces, and sun-dried treats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown for their iconic pear shape, thick flesh, and low seed count, they deliver an intense, classic tomato flavour that store-bought varieties simply cannot match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Our Heirloom Roma Tomato Seeds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100+ Premium Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e: Exceptionally generous pack size provides excellent value for money.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Heirloom \u0026amp; Non-GMO\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Pure, natural genetics passed down through generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSave Your Own Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Being an heirloom variety, you can harvest and save seeds from your crop for next season.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisease Resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Naturally hardy plants that display strong resistance to common garden pests and wilts.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeterminate Growth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: These “bush” tomatoes grow to a compact, manageable size, making them ideal for both garden beds and large containers.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSouth African Planting \u0026amp; Growing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoma tomatoes thrive in our warm climate, but timing depends slightly on your specific region:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhen to Plant:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighveld \u0026amp; Inland\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sow indoors from August, or transplant outdoors after the last frost (September to October).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubtropical Regions (KZN\/Lowveld)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Can be planted almost year-round, but Autumn\/Winter is ideal to avoid intense summer pest pressure.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWestern Cape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Sow from September to November as the weather warms up.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full sun (Minimum 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e: 5mm deep in seed trays or directly into fertile, well-draining soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Time\u003c\/strong\u003e: 7 to 14 days under warm conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e: Approximately 75 to 80 days from transplanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Gardening Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e: Water deeply at the base of the plant rather than overhead to prevent fungal diseases like early blight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Enrich your soil with plenty of organic compost and a handful of bone meal before planting out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupport\u003c\/strong\u003e: While determinate, a small stake or tomato cage helps keep the heavy clusters of fruit off the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hearty Grow Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55991974232232,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/heartygrowco.co.za\/products\/tomato-roma-over-100-seeds","provider":"Hearty Grow Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}