Black from Tula

Black from Tula is a legendary Ukrainian heirloom prized for its exceptional smoky, complex flavour. This variety produces medium to large slicer tomatoes with deep chocolate-brown flesh and a rich, savory depth that consistently ranks among the best-tasting heirlooms.

Plants are vigorous, indeterminate vines that perform reliably across a range of growing conditions, producing steady harvests throughout the season.

What You Will Receive
You will receive 1 healthy tomato starter plant, grown in a plug or small pot and ready to transplant once outdoor conditions are suitable.

Plant Details

• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Growth habit: Indeterminate, tall and vigorous
• Size: Large vines (typically 1.8–2.5 m / 6–8 ft with support)
• Sun: Full sun (6–8+ hours)
• Spacing: 60 cm (24")
• Container friendly: Suitable for large containers (minimum 5 gallon) with strong support
• Support: Requires staking, caging, or trellising

Fruit and Harvest

Produces medium to large slicer tomatoes approximately 225–340 g (8–12 oz), with deep chocolate-toned flesh and rich, smoky, complex flavour. Harvest begins mid-season and continues steadily with regular picking.

Excellent For

• Fresh slicing
• Sandwiches
• Salads
• Fresh sauces
• Gourmet tomato dishes

Why Start with a Plant?

• Earlier harvests in northern growing conditions
• Strong early vine growth
• More reliable establishment than direct seeding

Grown With Care

Our starter plants are grown without chemical pesticides and are gradually hardened off for outdoor conditions. Each plant is well-established and ready to transition into the garden once temperatures are consistently warm.

Best Suited For

Heirloom tomato collectors, gourmet gardeners, market growers, and anyone looking for a premium dark slicer tomato with outstanding flavour complexity.