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Solanum lycopersicum 'Tomato Black Prince'
Tomato, Black Prince
Unusual brown shoulders become orange-red at the blossom end. Color will be deeper and more pronounced in sunnier locations. Distinctive, rich, fruity tomato flavor. Relatively smooth, 3–5 oz., 3" globes show less cracking than typically seen in most heirlooms.
- Russian heirloom with dark mahogany fruits
- Rich smoky-sweet flavor
- Indeterminate vine type
- Beefsteak/slicer type, superb for sandwiches and fresh eating
- Category: Vegetables
- Hardiness Zone: 10-11
- Height: 60-96 in
- Spread: 24-36 in
- Spacing: 24 in
- Temperature: 45 to 95°F
Soil Moisture
| • | Moist, Well-Drained |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Solanum lycopersicum 'Tomato Black Prince'
Set tomatoes in full sun after nights stay above 50°F. Plant deeply, support with stakes or cages, mulch to reduce soil splash, and water evenly to prevent cracking and blossom-end rot. Harvest often to keep plants productive.