Black Krim
Tomato · Beefsteak
Heirloom
Solanum lycopersicum
★ 5.01 review · 1 source
Solanaceae (Nightshade family) · Genus: Solanum
About
Black Krim is an old Russian variety almost black in color with green shoulders. Reaching as much as 12 oz, these globe-shaped tomatoes have a pleasantly unique salty flavor. Growing on indeterminate vines, these tomatoes will be unlike others you have tasted. Heirloom variety.
Characteristics
Color
BlackPurple
Growth Habit
Indeterminate
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Warm-Season/Tender
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Evenly Moist but Well Drained
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Origin
Russian
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Germination
7–10 days
at 50–95 °F
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Days to Maturity
70 days
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Fruit Weight
Up to 12 oz
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
4-6 Weeks Before Last Frost
Transplant
0-2 Weeks After Last Frost
Planting Depth
0.25 in
Row Spacing
30 in
Thin To
24 in
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Optimal Soil Temp
60–85 °F
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Soil Temp
50–95 °F
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Air Temp
32–90 °F
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Planting and Care Instructions
Start seed indoors in a sunny location 6 weeks prior to warm weather. Transplant outdoors in full sun when seedlings display 4-6 leaves and weather is warm. Seed can be sown directly into garden when soil is warm. Tomatoes cannot tolerate frost.
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Marcus SchulzZone 6a
★★★★★August 26, 2026