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Trio of Black Strawberry tomatoes on a white background.
A trio of Black Strawberry Tomatoes on a white background.
A close-up of a Trio of Black Strawberry Tomatoes on a wooden background.
A gardener&
Close-up of a couple of Black Strawberry Tomatoes on a wood background.
An overhead view of Black Strawberry Tomatoes on the vine with leaves on dark copper background.
A pair of ripe Black Strawberry Tomatoes on white background.
Black Strawberry Tomatoes at different stages of ripeness on a bright white background.

Tomato Seeds,
Black Strawberry

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Description

(Solanum lycopersicum). Fantastic fruity and sugar-sweet tomato flavor with a hint of grape and plum. If you relish the experience of digging into a bowl of high-quality cocktail tomatoes, then the Black Strawberry is your tomato. This 2-ounce fruit is marbled in purple, pink, green, and gold. A bowl full resembles a luminous and luxurious bunch of gems, and indeed the flavor is decadent and indulgent, with perfectly balanced sweet and tart flavor! This extremely productive and early variety is an obvious choice for gardeners and market farmers who want rugged, early-producing plants but do not want to sacrifice eating quality. This variety produces much diversity in color, and some plants may produce grape-shaped fruit. One of the best-tasting tomatoes we have tried!

Growing Tips: To grow healthy Black Strawberry tomatoes, select a warm, sheltered site that receives a minimum of 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily. These deep-rooted plants prefer rich and well-draining soil.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Solanum lycopersicum
Life Cycle
Annual
Growth Habit
Indeterminate
Sun Requirement
6–8 hr.
Days to Germinate
7–14
Days to Maturity
60
Planting Depth
⅛ in.
Plant Spacing
24 in.
Ideal Temperature
75–95°F
Frost Hardy
No

When to Grow

Start seeds indoors 6-10 weeks before the last expected frost date. Transplant seedlings outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed, typically in late spring. Make sure that temperatures don’t drop below 60 F to avoid stress on young plants. 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 1/8 inch deep in a seed-starting mix. Keep the soil temperature between 70-80 F for optimal germination, which takes 7-14 days. You can use a heat mat to help with this. When transplanting, space the plants about 24 inches apart to give them enough room to grow.

How to Grow

Apply a layer of organic mulch around the base to retain soil moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature. Prune by removing suckers and excess foliage to improve air circulation and direct energy toward fruit production. Fertilize regularly using a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer or an organic alternative. Monitor for common pests such as aphids and hornworms, applying organic pest control if needed.

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

Is the Black Strawberry tomato determinate or indeterminate?

These plants are indeterminate, meaning they continue to grow and produce fruit throughout the growing season until frost.

How tall do Black Strawberry tomato plants grow?

They can reach heights of 5 to 7 feet, so staking or caging is recommended.

What do Black Strawberry tomatoes taste like?

Fruity and sugar-sweet with a hint of grape and plum, and perfectly balanced between sweet and tart. The 2-ounce cocktail fruit is marbled in purple, pink, green, and gold.

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