Tomato Seeds - Slicing - Black Prince
70 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Black Prince Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, indeterminate, slicing tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Resistant to Disorders. Black Prince Tomato is an indeterminate vining tomato with smooth, round, deep-colored fruits and dark flesh. They are juicy, tender, and flavorful. Similarly sized to Roma tomatoes, these delectable fruits are utilized for many of the same culinary applications. ~ 7,500 seeds/oz.
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Growing Non-GMO Black Prince Tomato Vegetable Seeds
Germinate the seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before transplanting them outdoors. Keep the soil at or above 80°F during germination. Seeds will fail to sprout in cool soil; transplanting out too early in the spring can negatively affect plant vigor. Transfer outdoors about two weeks after the danger of frost has passed. Harden off the sprouts before transplanting to avoid shock. Work fertilizer or compost into the soil before planting; transplant when the soil temperature is consistently at least 75°F.
Avoid fertilizers that are mostly nitrogen; if the nitrogen levels are too high, it will result in more foliage than fruit. Stake the bushes early to avoid falling. Fertilize at time of planting and twice more with a well-balanced fertilizer. Tomatoes tend to be heavy feeders. Cover the soil with black or dark-colored plastic if growing in a cooler region to retain soil heat. Water regularly enough to keep the soil from drying out. Reduce irrigations during harvest.
Black Prince Tomato in the Vegetable Garden
Black Prince Tomato plants can be an integral part of any vegetable garden. The deep-colored fruits are not only delicious but beautiful too. They require staking, and if interplanted with shorter and larger plants, the combination is quite attractive.
This variety is perfect for container gardens. One plant should have a cage or stake and at least a 10” pot for optimal plant health.
Harvesting Black Prince Tomato
Black Prince Tomatoes are ready for harvest when they are deep reddish purple and evenly firm. It is best to remove them from the plant when the upper half is dark in color but there are still traces of green.
About Black Prince Tomato Garden Seeds
There is some debate over what the true scientific name of tomato plants should be. You may also find the name Solanum lycopersicum. These are currently synonymous and represent the same group of plants.
Expect the fruits to be 2-3 inches wide and weigh 2-4 ounces.
These tomatoes always score very highly in taste tests. The flavor is rich and is perfect for fresh eating, in salads, or on sandwiches.
Not only are these delicious when eaten fresh, but they also perform well when cooked. Use them in any of the same ways that you use traditional grocery store tomatoes.
Growing tomatoes at home have a wide range of benefits. It is much better for the environment, the fruits are eaten quicker, they are higher in nutrients, and perhaps most importantly, you get to control any chemicals or substances that aid the growth of the plants. Grocery store tomatoes can be coated with pesticides and other substances that are known to cause health complications.
Tips From Our Gardeners
”Black prince is one of the best varieties we have recently added to our site that is suited for patio and container gardens. Look no further for your next potted tomato!"
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- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer |
Non-GMO Black Prince Tomato Seeds Per Package:
250 mg - Wholesale - Approximately 65 Seeds
0.25 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 1,875 Seeds
1 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 7,500 Seeds
4 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 30,000Seeds
1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 120,000Seeds
5 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 600,000 Seeds
25 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 3,000,000 Seeds
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Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Solanum lycopersicum (Previously Lycopersicon esculentum, however this name is no longer accepted as correct) |
| Tomato Type: | Slicing - Larger, round tomatoes, the size of your fist or larger. |
| Black Prince Tomato Color: | Red, Black |
| Black Prince Tomato Flavor: | Deep, sweet flavor |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Annual: Not intended to overwinter |
| Days to Maturity: | 70 (from transplant) |
| Days to Germination: | 7-10 |
| Seeding Depth: | 0.25 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 24-36 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 36 inches |
| Plant Height: | 60-72 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Indeterminate - Indeterminate tomatoes are vine-type plants that sprawl (requiring a cage or trellis to support them) and continue to grow throughout the season. Indeterminate tomato plants will continue to produce tomatoes for the rest of the season, so you can harvest continually. |
| Soil Preference: | Well-draining, loose (sandy loam), slightly acidic (6.2 to 6.8), and moisture retaining. Too much nitrogen in the soil may lead to more foliage production and less fruiting. Tomatoes like more phosphorus and potassium than other vegetables. |
| Temperature Preference: | Warmer (70-85 F) |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
Other
| Direct Sow: | No |
| Start Indoors: | Yes. Start Indoors 6-8 weeks before your last spring frost date. |
| Plant Width: | 24-36 inches |
| Plant Spread: | 24-36 inches |
| Growth Speed: | Mid - Ready to harvest 70 to 80 days from transplant. Tricky to get a tomato by the 4th of July with these varieties. They are good mid-summer producers for most USDA Zones. |
| Germination Temperature: | 65-85 F |
| Pests and Diseases: | Resistant to Disorders. Common pests known to harm tomato plants, in general, include the tomato hornworm, cutworm, aphids, flea beetles, tomato fruit worms, and whiteflies. Also, watch for common diseases such as blossom end rot, fusarium wilt, powdery mildew, verticillium wilt, late blight, bacterial canker/spot, and tobacco mosaic virus. Most of these can be prevented by maintaining a regular watering schedule and avoiding overwatering. Regularly check your plants for pest damage throughout the season. For treating pest and disease problems, we recommend using an organic neem-based product. |
| Garden Size: | Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed |
| Tomato Use: | Salads, fresh eating, small slicing, stews, etc. |