Fruit VegetablesIntermediate
Black Cherry Tomato
Solanum lycopersicum
Scientific Name
Solanum lycopersicum
Family
Solanaceae
Origin
Developed in the USA (heirloom)
Type
Annual vine (indeterminate)
65-75 days
Culinary Uses
Flavor: Complex, sweet with smoky undertones, rich umami
- Fresh eating straight from vine
- Gourmet salads and appetizers
- Roasted for intense flavor
- Caprese with fresh mozzarella
- Stunning addition to charcuterie boards
Planting Calendar
Sow Indoors
FebruaryMarch
Sow Outdoors
Not recommended (transplant only)
Harvest
JulyAugustSeptemberOctober
Health Benefits
- Exceptionally high in anthocyanins (dark pigment)
- Powerful antioxidant properties
- Rich in lycopene for heart health
- Contains vitamins A and C
- May help reduce inflammation