The Brandywine True Black Tomato is a captivating heirloom variety celebrated for its rich flavor and unique appearance. This indeterminate tomato plant produces large, beefsteak-style fruits that are a deep, dusky, purplish-black color when fully ripe. The skin is typically smooth, and the interior flesh is a marbled mix of dark reds and purples. This striking contrast adds visual intrigue to any dish. The flavor of the Brandywine True Black is equally exceptional, offering a complex, sweet, and smoky taste with a hint of acidity, making it a prized choice for slicing and gourmet dishes.
Cultivating Brandywine True Black Tomatoes can be a rewarding experience, but it requires some attention, particularly in supporting the vigorous growth of the plants and providing adequate space. These plants typically begin to bear fruit around 80 to 90 days after planting, and they are known for their relatively low yield but remarkable taste. Gardeners value this variety for its unique color, flavor, and the heirloom tradition it represents. The Brandywine True Black Tomato is a testament to the diversity and depth of flavors that can be found in heirloom tomatoes, offering both visual and culinary appeal in one striking package.
Type: Beefsteak
Class: Heirloom
Category: Indeterminate
Day Count: 90
New in-store pickup process for online orders only:
* This year you will be able to hand select your own tomatoes that we individually separate for all online orders
* There will no longer be an in-store pickup fee for your online tomato orders
* Pickup tomatoes here on your scheduled date
* Due to the uncontrollable nature of growing plants, some varieties will not make the grade. We will do our best to fulfill your complete order. We will also automatically refund you for any tomatoes or peppers that are not available.
* Individual plants may vary in size from the variety description. Seedlings are in limited supply and variety availability may vary.
