Tomato - Solanum lycopersicum plant

Edible

Fruiting

Discover the unique and rich flavour of the Tomato Black Russian, a classic heirloom variety. Perfect for both novice and experienced gardeners, this plant brings elegance to your garden.

Heirloom variety for rich taste
Stunning, deep black-purple colour
Grows well in small spaces
Cold-tolerant for longer growing seasons
Ideal for greenhouse or outdoor growth

By choosing the Tomato Black Russian, you're enhancing your garden with an extraordinary, easy-to-grow plant that offers exceptional taste and beauty.

Lots of Fruit

Rich Flavour

Easy To Grow

Medium-Sized Tomatoes

Type:

Plugs Pots

Size:

4 x Plugs 8 x Plugs 2 x 9cm Pots 4 x 9cm Pots

Details

Tomato 'Black Russian' produces lots of medium-sized, dark-coloured tomatoes with a rich, complex flavour. This indeterminate variety thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it suitable for greenhouses and outdoor gardens.

Grows best in full sun and well-drained soil
Suitable for greenhouse and outdoor growing
Long harvest period from mid-summer to early autumn
Requires regular watering and staking

What's Included

Plugs: Healthy, young plug plants with strong roots. Perfect for planting directly in your garden beds or containers, these plugs will give you a head start on the growing season.

Pots: Get large, ready-to-plant tomato plants in 9cm pots. These plants are pre-grown and ready to be planted directly into your greenhouse or containers. Pre-fed and watered for healthier plants from the start.

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Care Information

Sunlight	Full Sun
Position	Sheltered
Soil	Broad Tolerance
Planting Time	Late winter
Moisture	Well-drained
Hardiness	Unknown
Growth Rate	Medium
Spacing	Unknown
Height and Spread	180cm x 60cm
Annual or Perennial	Perennial

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Plant Information

How To Plant

Plant Care

Tomato 'Black Russian' produces lots of medium-sized, dark-coloured tomatoes. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it perfect for various garden settings.

Grows best in full sun and well-drained soil
Suitable for greenhouse and outdoor growing
Harvest period from mid-summer to early autumn
Requires regular watering and staking

Tomato 'Black Russian' produces lots of medium-sized, dark-coloured tomatoes. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it perfect for various garden settings.

Grows best in full sun and well-drained soil
Suitable for greenhouse and outdoor growing
Harvest period from mid-summer to early autumn
Requires regular watering and staking

Planting Time:	Spring to Early Summer
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Pots & Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony

Planting Time:	Spring to Early Summer
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Pots & Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony

Tomato 'Black Russian' thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Plant seeds or young plants directly into garden beds or containers.

Needs full sun, with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use pots at least 20cm wide with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting, support with bamboo stakes or growing cages

Tomato 'Black Russian' thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Plant seeds or young plants directly into garden beds or containers.

Needs full sun, with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use pots at least 20cm wide with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting, support with bamboo stakes or growing cages

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny location with well-drained soil
Prepare the Soil:	Mix in compost to improve fertility
Planting:	Plant deeply, ensuring good root establishment
Spacing:	Allow 60 cm between plants

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny location with well-drained soil
Prepare the Soil:	Mix in compost to improve fertility
Planting:	Plant deeply, ensuring good root establishment
Spacing:	Allow 60 cm between plants

Tomato 'Black Russian' is easy to care for, requiring regular watering and feeding to produce a bountiful harvest of medium-sized, dark-coloured fruits.

Water frequently, especially in hot weather
Fertilise with a balanced tomato feed every 2 weeks
Check for pests like aphids, and treat with soapy water if needed
Harvest when tomatoes are fully ripe and dark in colour

Tomato 'Black Russian' is easy to care for, requiring regular watering and feeding to produce a bountiful harvest of medium-sized, dark-coloured fruits.

Water frequently, especially in hot weather
Fertilise with a balanced tomato feed every 2 weeks
Check for pests like aphids, and treat with soapy water if needed
Harvest when tomatoes are fully ripe and dark in colour

Sunlight and Position:	Needs full sun for 6-8 hours daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, fertilize every two weeks
Support and Pruning:	Prune suckers and provide support with stakes or cages
Harvesting:	Harvest when tomatoes are fully ripe and slightly soft for the best flavour

Sunlight and Position:	Needs full sun for 6-8 hours daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, fertilize every two weeks
Support and Pruning:	Prune suckers and provide support with stakes or cages
Harvesting:	Harvest when tomatoes are fully ripe and slightly soft for the best flavour

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Tomato - Solanum lycopersicum plant

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