Tomato · Black Russian

Solanaceae · Solanum lycopersicum

This variety was first cultivated in Russia.

Characteristics

Heirloom variety
Frost tender Annual

Russian Heirloom variety. Climbing. Plants produce medium sized fruit that mature to a dark mahogany red. Fruits have a very complex and well balanced flavour. Great for salads, sandwiches and drying.

Climbing (indeterminate)

The basics

Position: Full sun
Soil: Moist, well-drained

Position

Sowing Seeds

Sow in Spring and early summer (or after frost)
Technique: Direct, Raise seedlings

Depth: 5 mm Width: 50 cm

Germination

5 to 10 days at 21 to 27°C
Maturity 75 days

Journal

3	2

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