Tomato Black Krim – Ontario Seed Company

Solanum lycopersicum

Hailing from the Isle of Krim in the Black Sea, theBlack Krim Tomatois a celebrated heirloom known for its spectacular, rich flavour.The unique fruits are flattened, with a striking dark reddish-purple colour and distinct green shoulders.Beneath the delicate skin lies very juicy, solid flesh that is often tinted a beautiful green. These large tomatoes average between227 g and 340 gin weight and10 cm to 13 cmin diameter, making them perfect for slicing.

What you need to know to Plant & Grow

As an indeterminate (vining) plant, Black Krim requires support and will produce fruit continuously until frost.

Sow Indoors:Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last expected frost date. Plant in sterile, high-quality seed-starting mix.

Sow Outdoors:In longer season climates, sow directly outdoors in late May or early June.

Germination:Seed typically germinates in 7 to 14 days.

Transplanting:Move seedlings outdoors to a location withFull Sunand rich, well-drained soil only after all danger of frost has passed and night temperatures are consistently warm.

Planting Depth:6 mm

Seed Spacing:45 cm

Thin to:60 cm

Row Width:75 cm

Provide a tall, sturdy cage or stake, as this varietyaverages 150 cmtalland produces heavy fruit. Keep the soil consistently moist for best results.

Approx. 30 seeds/pkt