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Heirloom Black From Tula Tomato Seed Growth Habits:
Black From Tula tomato plants are indeterminate, meaning they will continue to grow until the first frost. It is best to stake or support indeterminate vines to keep the plant and fruit healthy.
Start Black From Tula tomato seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks prior to the last frost date in your USDA hardiness zone. After hardening off the Black From Tula tomato seedlings, transplant them into well-draining soil that is slightly acidic to neutral.
Given at least 8 hours of sun each day and watered so that the soil is consistently moist but not soggy, these heirloom tomato plants will produce large, dark brown to purple tomatoes with green shoulders.
Black From Tula tomato plants do not have problems setting fruit in hot temperatures, making them a good choice for growers in warmer climates.
Various Uses for Black From Tula Tomatoes:
As an heirloom tomato with a unique flavor profile, Black From Tula tomatoes are best when eaten fresh on green salads, sliced up for sandwiches or burgers, or used to make an eye-catching and delicious caprese salad.
Black From Tula Tomato Benefits:
Black tomatoes, much like red tomatoes, have significant amounts of vitamin C and vitamin A, making them a great addition to a healthy diet. However, black tomatoes also contain anthocyanins, which have antioxidant effects.
Additional Information:
The Black From Tula tomato is thought to have originated in Ukraine, even though it is named after a Russian town.
Seeds Per Package:
- 250 mg - Approximately 90 Seeds
- 0.25 oz - Approximately 2,500 Seeds
- 1 oz - Approximately 10,000 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 40,000 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 160,000 Seeds
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Basic Info
Latin Name: |
Solanum lycopersicum (Previously Lycopersicon esculentum, however this name is no longer accepted as correct)
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Tomato Type: |
Slicing - Larger, round tomatoes, the size of your fist or larger. |
Black From Tula Tomato Color: |
Red, Black/Purple |
Black From Tula Tomato Flavor: |
Sweet and smoky |
Growing Info
Hardiness Zone: |
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Annual: Not intended to overwinter |
Days to Maturity: |
75-85 (from transplant) |
Days to Germination: |
7-10 |
Seeding Depth: |
0.25 inch |
Plant Spacing: |
24-36 inches |
Row Spacing: |
36 inches |
Plant Height: |
36-96 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 7-9 weeks before your last spring frost date. |
Plant Width: |
24 inches |
Plant Spread: |
24 inches |
Growth Speed: |
Late - Ready to harvest from 81 days or more from transplant. Difficult, if not impossible, to get a tomato by the 4th of July with these varieties. They are good late-summer to early-fall producers for most USDA Zones. |
Germination Temperature: |
65-85 F |
Pests and Diseases: |
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: |
Fresh eating, sandwiches, large slicer. |