Tomato Seeds, Chocolate Miracle
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Tomato Seeds, Chocolate Miracle
A single Chocolate Miracle Tomato on white background.
Cut and whole Chocolate Miracle Tomatoes arranged on a white background.
Side view of one Chocolate Miracle Tomato on a white background.
Stacked whole and cut Chocolate Miracle Tomatoes resting on a white background.

Tomato Seeds,
Chocolate Miracle

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Description

(Solanum lycopersicum). A tomato for true chocoholics. These melt-in-your-mouth marvels are velvety, smoky, and laced with cocoa undertones. Their thin chocolate-purple skins shimmer like truffles and their rich, tangy juices burst like bittersweet ganache. Claimed by experts as one of the finest-tasting brown tomatoes, pure savory indulgence.

Growing Tips: Chocolate Miracle tomatoes flourish in nutrient-rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and warmth. Provide strong staking or caging to support vigorous vines and large fruits. Mulching helps regulate soil temperatures and reduce disease pressure. For the best flavor and yield, prune selectively to improve airflow, maintain plant structure, and promote even sunlight exposure across the canopy.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Solanum lycopersicum
Life Cycle
Annual
Growth Habit
Indeterminate
Sun Requirement
6–10 hr.
Days to Germinate
5–10
Days to Maturity
75–85
Planting Depth
¼ in.
Plant Spacing
18–36 in.
Ideal Temperature
70–85°F
Frost Hardy
No

When to Grow

Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before your area’s final spring frost, transplanting when soil is warm and frost danger has passed. In long-season climates, a late-summer sowing may offer a fall crop. If you’re not sure how to find your first and last frost dates, consult our blog post 'Our Experts Answer Questions, Share Resources.'

How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds in a sterile seed-starting mix and lightly cover, keeping the medium evenly moist. Provide warmth for vigorous germination. Once seedlings develop true leaves, pot them up and harden off before transplanting deeply outdoors. Burying part of the stem encourages additional rooting and improves drought resilience and plant stability.

How to Grow

Maintain steady watering at the base of the plant to minimize cracking and foliar disease. Apply compost or organic fertilizer during early growth and again at flowering to support steady production. Stake or cage plants early, prune lower leaves for airflow, and monitor for pests. Harvest fruits promptly to encourage continued flowering and high-quality yields.

How to Save Seeds

  • Most tomatoes are self-pollinating and don't frequently cross; in a garden setting, separating by 25 feet should prevent 99% of cross-pollination. Or you can bag and hand pollinate for 100% purity.
  • On a small scale, seeds may be scooped from the fruits and dried on a paper towel.
  • For larger quantities or cleaner seeds, fermentation for a few days is recommended.
  • Once dry, tomato seed can be stored in a cool, dry, dark place; good seed retains viability for 5 years or more.

FAQ

How long do Chocolate Miracle tomato seeds remain viable?

When dried thoroughly and stored in a cool, dark, airtight container, seeds typically remain viable for four to six years, though germination may slowly decline over time.

Do Chocolate Miracle tomatoes require pruning to perform well?

Yes, light pruning is beneficial for indeterminate types. Removing lower foliage and occasional suckers helps improve airflow, limit disease, and concentrate energy on developing high-quality fruit.

Can Chocolate Miracle tomatoes be grown successfully in containers?

They can, provided a large container of at least 7–10 gallons is used. Ensure strong staking, regular watering, and nutrient-rich soil to support the plant’s vigorous growth and large fruit set.

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