Roma II is a popular flat-podded, or Romano, bush bean valued for its rich, distinctive Italian bean flavor. The determinate plants produce heavy yields of broad, flat, medium-green pods about 4 to 5 inches long that are meaty, stringless, and tender. Romano-type beans like Roma II hold their flavor and texture well when cooked, canned, or frozen and are a staple of Italian cooking. The compact bush habit needs no support and matures its crop over a concentrated period, making it convenient for preserving. As an open-pollinated variety it can be saved from seed and comes true. Roma II is widely adapted and offers good disease tolerance, making it a favorite among gardeners seeking the classic flat Romano pod on an easy, no-trellis plant.
Flavor Profile
Rich, distinctive, full-bodied Romano flavor that holds up well to cooking and preserving.
Visual Characteristics
Broad, flat, medium-green pods 4 to 5 inches long and meaty, borne on compact bush plants.
Growing Tips
Harvest while pods are flat and tender before seeds swell; the concentrated set is ideal for canning and freezing.
Resistance Information
Disease Resistance
Tolerant of bean common mosaic virus and New York 15 virus.
Where to Buy
Sourcing information coming soon. Check local nurseries and seed banks for availability.