Catalog of black tomato varieties

Tomatoes

"Black" refers to tomato varieties with dark-colored fruits. These can be divided into two broad groups: the first has blue and purple tones, and the second has brown, chocolate-colored fruits, sometimes with a red undertone.

For open ground

All of them, for the most part, require more care and are rarely noted for their high yields and cold hardiness. However, thanks to the work of breeders, there are varieties suitable even for outdoor cultivation in the central and northern climates.

For the middle zone

In most regions of Russia, except for the southern ones, black-fruited tomatoes in open ground yield less than those grown in greenhouses. However, there are several varieties that will produce good results in regular garden beds:

Name	Ripening period (days)	Description	Advantages
Ivan da Marya	95-105	The bush reaches a height of 1.8 m. The fruits are round, with a dense, brown-red skin, weighing about 200 g. Universal purpose	High yields – up to 15 kg per 1 m2
Gypsy	95-110	Semi-determinate. The berries are round, ribbed, and weigh approximately 100-180 g. They are brownish-purple in color. Yield is 6.3-6.8 kg per 1 m2.	High taste qualities
Black Russian	110-115	A tall tomato, up to 2.5 m tall. The fruits are large – 160-250 g, ribbed, and flattened. The upper part of the berry is a striking crimson-black, while the lower part is a purple-brown. The flavor is sweet.	Average resistance to most diseases and temperature fluctuations. Shade tolerance
The Black Prince	110-115	Determinate, medium-sized (up to 1.5 m). The berries are dark red, almost black. Weight: 250-400 g. The shape is round, flattened, and ribbed. The yield per square meter is 6-7.2 kg. Suitable for salads.	Resistance to late blight. Excellent dessert flavor. Large fruits.
Chocolate	100-120	The bushes grow from 1 to 1.5 m. The fruits are round and brown. The flesh is brownish-yellow. Each berry weighs 200-400 g. A yield of 4.4-4.6 kg can be obtained from 1 m² of planting.	Resistance to root and blossom-end rot. Large fruit size.
Chocolate F1	115-120	An indeterminate hybrid, 1.8-2 m tall. Small, oval-shaped tomatoes weighing approximately 30-40 g, brown with green stripes. Yield per square meter is 6.2 kg.	Resistant to temperature fluctuations. High resistance to diseases.

Note!

The list of varieties suitable for the middle zone can be continued by less interesting, but not bad ones Chernomor, "Black Moor", "Black Pear", "Black Elephant", "Adjutant F1".

For the northern strip (North-West, Ural, Siberia)

In northern climates, late-ripening varieties don't have time to ripen by the end of summer, and early varieties can be damaged by frost, so mid-season varieties tend to thrive. Although black-fruited tomatoes are generally demanding of heat and light, there are several surprisingly weather-hardy varieties:

Name	Ripening period (days)	Description	Advantages
Vranac F1	110-115	Hybrid. Bushes are low-growing, no more than 0.8 m. Fruits are round, brown-red with green stripes. Berry weight is 18-20 g. Dense flesh.	Resistance to frost and drought, late blight, and most other diseases. Good shelf life and decorative fruit.
Chocolate pearls	110-115	A tall, vigorous bush. Berries are small, weighing 15-20 grams, pear-shaped. The skin is dense, glossy, and chocolate-colored. General-purpose.	High disease resistance, resistant to late blight even in rainy summers. Stable yield. Ornamental fruit. Good shelf life.
Chocolate bunny	100-120	The bushes reach 1 m in height. The fruits weigh 35-45 g, are oval in shape, and reddish-brown in color. The berries are decorative and have outstanding flavor. They are suitable for general use.	An easy-to-grow, drought-resistant variety. It's disease-resistant and boasts a long fruiting period.
Burnt sugar	115-120	Indeterminate, the bush grows up to 2 m tall. The fruits are brownish-burgundy in color, with fleshy, sweet pulp. Weight: 120-150 g. The shape is round and flattened. Yield: up to 7 kg per 1 m2.	Large fruit size. Duration of fruiting

For the greenhouse

In the central and northern regions, these varieties can only be grown indoors, but in the southern regions, they can be grown without cover. In case of unfavorable weather conditions during the season, there is a risk of under-production.

Important!

Many varieties intended for greenhouses and hotbeds are indeterminate, meaning they have no growth limits. In open ground, these plants should be supported with tall supports. On average, the maximum stem length reaches 2-3 meters.

Name	Ripening period (days)	Description	Advantages
Indigo Rose	95-100	Medium-sized, up to 1.2 m. The fruits are very dark, blackish-blue in color, with dense, dark scarlet flesh. The berries are round, weighing 30-60 g.	A versatile tomato with a sweet flavor. This variety is resistant to late blight and can withstand temperatures down to -5°C.
Paul Robeson	105-110	A semi-determinate tomato, the bush grows up to 1.5 m. The berries are flattened, red-brown, with a chocolate tint. They weigh 150-250 g, with individual specimens reaching 300 g.	Large fruits, high sugar content
Watermelon	105-110	Tall, indeterminate, over 2 m tall. The fruits are flattened, with pronounced ribs, weighing 130-150 g each. The flesh is fleshy and juicy. The yield per square meter is 4.2-5.6 kg.	Withstands temperature changes well
Black cherry	110-112	An indeterminate tomato, it grows to a height of 1.8-2.1 meters. The fruits are round, brown with a purple tint. They are small, weighing 18-20 grams and measuring about 3-4 cm in diameter. Yields range from 3.5 to 6.5 kg per square meter.	The fruits are decorative, characterized by an outstanding dessert flavor and pleasant aroma. They are suitable for both preserving and fresh consumption.
Viagra	110-112	A tall, productive tomato. 1 square meter of planting yields 10 kg of fruit, each weighing 110 g. The berries are brown, flattened, and slightly ribbed. The skin is thick and rich in flavor.	High yield. Rarely susceptible to cladosporiosis and tobacco mosaic virus.
Black Delicacy	110-115	Tall. Produces 5.6 kg of fruit per square meter, each weighing 90-110 g. The flesh color ranges from dark red to chocolate. The skin is garnet-colored. Suitable for table use.	Excellent taste, tender, juicy pulp
Chocolate-covered marshmallows	110-115	Tall. Berries weigh 120-150 g and are round. Ripe fruits are characterized by a brownish-red color and green stripes. The flesh is green. Yield per square meter is 5.6 kg.	The fruits have a good taste and are suitable for salads. The tomato is not susceptible to the tobacco mosaic virus.
Japanese black truffle	111-115	Reaches 1.5-2 cm in height, indeterminate. The tomatoes are characterized by thick skin and a black-brown color, sweet with a pleasant tartness. They weigh 100-150 g. The bush produces about 4 kg of fruit.	Excellent shelf life. If you pick tomatoes green, you can keep them fresh until mid-winter.
Striped chocolate	115-120	Indeterminate (up to 1.5-2 m), large-fruited (250-350 g). The berries are round, flattened, with a shiny, dense skin, dark carrot-colored with green stripes. Few seeds, fleshy fruits. Disease-sensitive.	It is distinguished by its high yield (8-10 kg per 1 m2), fruity flavor, and rich aroma. Individual fruits can reach a weight of 0.5 kg.
De Barao is black	115-120	Tall, the bushes can grow up to 2.7 m. The tomatoes are oval-shaped, black-cherry colored, weighing about 50-70 g each. Yields up to 8 kg per 1 m2.	Resistant to late blight and cold, it can grow in low-light conditions. It has a long fruiting period.
Black Baron	120-125	This indeterminate variety grows to a height of 2 m. The fruits are round, flattened, and prominently ribbed. Each berry weighs 150-250 g and is brown in color.	Large-fruited variety, excellent taste of berries

Residents of any region of Russia can grow black tomatoes, although those living in the southern regions have a much wider selection. Given the benefits and excellent taste of dark tomatoes, it's worth trying them in your garden, at least as an experiment.