Description

A prized Russian heirloom from Krymsk on the Black Sea, 'Black Krim' tomatoes produce baseball-sized, 10–12 oz. fruits with a rich, slightly salty flavor. The fruit’s unique reddish-brown flesh turns near black in warm weather and dusky pink to burgundy with green shoulders in cooler climates. Known for its reliability, even in adverse conditions, this indeterminate variety sets fruit well in heat, providing a bountiful harvest from summer to fall. The plants can grow up to 6' or more and require support to hold their large, flavorful fruits. Maturing in 70–90 days, 'Black Krim' tomatoes bring a bold, savory taste to your garden.

Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum
Days to Maturity: 70–90 days from transplanting
Family: Solanaceae
Native: Andes
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual
Plant Dimensions: Vines up to 6' or longer
Variety Information: 10–12 oz. rounded, slightly flattened fruits. Color depends on weather conditions; tomatoes will be near black when ripening in warm weather. In cooler climates, fruit will be dusky pink to burgundy/brown with green shoulders.
Type: Indeterminate, Slicer

When to Sow Outside: For mild climates only: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 60°F.
When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting. Transplant when air temperature is 45°F or warmer, usually 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 70°–90°F.
Days to Emerge: 5–10 days
Seed Depth: ¼”
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 24″–36″
Row Spacing: 36″
Thinning: When 2″ tall, thin to 1 every 24″–36″

Harvesting: 'Black Krim' may be harvested when they are still half green and firm.

This packet yields approximately 24 plants when started inside. 30 seeds.