Black Prince Tomato
Black Prince Tomato
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Black Prince is an indeterminate Russian heirloom slicing tomato (Solanum lycopersicum), voted best-tasting tomato in 2014, 2015, and 2017. This medium-sized variety took the tomato world by storm with its smoky, sweet, low-acid flavor, drawing market growers to grow it in droves.
At a glance
- Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
- Type: Heirloom slicing tomato
- Growth habit: Indeterminate
- Seed traits: Open-pollinated, non-GMO
- Fruit size: Medium
- Sun: Full sun
Best for
- Fresh eating and slicing
- Adding to salads
- Drying
- Making rich tomato paste
- Gardeners who want award-winning flavor
How to grow
Grow in full sun and stake or cage these indeterminate plants, which keep producing all season. Water consistently and harvest as the fruit deepens to its dusky color for the best smoky-sweet flavor.
Flavor profile
Smoky, sweet, and low in acid, the flavor that earned Black Prince repeated best-tasting honors. Delicious fresh, dried, or cooked into a rich tomato paste.
About MIgardener
MIgardener is a Michigan-based family seed company offering affordable heirloom and non-GMO seeds, with a mission to make home gardening accessible to everyone.
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Product facts
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- MIgardener
- Maker based in
- St. Clair, Michigan
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