(Solanum lycopersicum) One of the best Russian black tomatoes. High yields of blemish-free fruits that rarely crack. Rich full flavor, great for canning. The size of a Bartlett pear, weighing 4-5 ounces. Potato leaf foliage. Indeterminate, 70-80 days from transplant.
START INDOORS
6 weeks before last frost |
GERMINATION
7-14 Days |
PLANT OUTDOORS
24-36" Apart |
SUPPORT
Cage, stake or trellis |
Green Thumb Tip
Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Tomatoes are sensitive to freezing temperatures, so wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Plant in full sun.