Species
Solanum lycopersicumTomato24 other cultivars
‘Martino's Roma’Martino's Roma Tomato
‘Sweet’Sweet Tomato
‘Red Currant’Red Currant Tomato
‘Black and Brown Boar’Black and Brown Boar Tomato
‘Gold Medal’Gold Medal Tomato
‘Atomic Grape’Atomic Grape Tomato
‘Chocolate Cherry’Chocolate Cherry Tomato
‘Black Krim’Black Krim Tomato
‘New Girl’New Girl Tomato
‘Thessaloniki’Thessaloniki Tomato
‘Cherokee Purple’Cherokee Purple Tomato
‘San Marzano’San Marzano Tomato
‘Early Girl’Early Girl Tomato
‘Yellow Pear’Yellow Pear Tomato
‘Sun Gold’Sun Gold Tomato
‘AAA Sweet Solano’AAA Sweet Solano Tomato
‘Jelly Beans’Jelly Bean Tomato
‘Large Barred Boar’Large Barred Boar Tomato
‘Cascade Lava’Cascade Lava Tomato
‘Purple Bumble Bee’Purple Bumble Bee Tomato
‘Black Cherry’Black Cherry Tomato
‘Snow White’Snow White Tomato
‘Stupice’Stupice Tomato
‘Pink Berkeley Tie Dye’Pink Berkeley Tie Dye Tomato
The Story
Plant Bio
An open-pollinated tomato variety known for its beautiful, dusky-rose, blush-colored, slightly heart-shaped fruit with excellent, sweet flavor.
This cultivar has a high yield and is particularly resistant to cracking, making it ideal for home gardeners.
Uses & Benefits:
Essentials
At a Glance
Plant Type
Fruit Vegetable
Height
72 inches
Width
24 inches
Light
Full Sun
Zones
5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Water
Consistent moisture, avoid overwatering
Humidity
Moderate
Lifespan
Annual
Native To
South America
Toxicity
Fruits are edible; leaves and stems are toxic.
Bloom period
Mid-summer – Late summer
In flower about 2 months of the year
Planting
How to Grow
- Tuck seeds ¼ inch deep into moist soil in early spring.
- Keep soil consistently moist and warm, around 70°F (21°C).
- Thin seedlings to one plant per 18-24 inches once established.
- Support plants with cages or stakes as they grow taller.
- Water regularly, ensuring even moisture without overwatering.
- Fertilize with a balanced tomato fertilizer every 2-3 weeks.
Pro Tip
Use mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds around your tomato plants.
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Water deeply at the base of the plant 🌱
- Provide full sun for at least 6 hours daily
- Support with cages or stakes early
- Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer
- Prune suckers to improve airflow
Don't
- Avoid overhead watering to prevent disease ❌
- Don’t let soil dry out completely
- Avoid heavy nitrogen fertilizers late in the season
- Don’t ignore pest signs or disease symptoms
Seasonal Care Calendar
| Task | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fertilize | ||||||||||||
| Harvest | ||||||||||||
| Pest Check | ||||||||||||
| Pinch | ||||||||||||
| Plant | ||||||||||||
| Stake |
Watch Out For
Pests & Diseases
Common Pests
Common Diseases
In the Garden
Landscape Uses & Companions
Landscape Uses
Companion Plants
Multiply
Propagation Methods
Good to Know
Common Questions
Napa Rose Tomato questions
What zones can Napa Rose Tomato grow in?
Napa Rose Tomato is hardy in USDA Zones 5–10. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.
Is Napa Rose Tomato deer resistant?
Not reliably. Deer may browse Napa Rose Tomato, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.
When does Napa Rose Tomato bloom?
Napa Rose Tomato typically blooms in mid-summer through late summer. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.
Does Napa Rose Tomato need full sun?
Napa Rose Tomato does best in full sun (6+ hours).
More Solanum to compare
Martino's Roma Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum 'Martino's Roma'
Yukon Gold Potato
Solanum tuberosum 'Yukon Gold'
Sweet Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum 'Sweet'
Red Currant Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum 'Red Currant'
Black and Brown Boar Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum 'Black and Brown Boar'
Gold Medal Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum 'Gold Medal'
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