Black From Tula Tomato – MIg

Description

Black from Tula Tomato is a renowned heirloom variety originating from Russia, prized for its large, deep mahogany-brown fruits with green shoulders and exceptionally rich, sweet, smoky flavor. The beefsteak-style tomatoes typically weigh 250–400 g and are perfect for fresh salads, sandwiches, slicing, sauces, and gourmet dishes. This vigorous, high-yielding indeterminate variety produces fruit continuously throughout the season and performs exceptionally well during the UAE’s cooler growing months.

When to Plant in the UAE

• Indoors: Start seeds indoors in August.
• Outdoors: Transplant seedlings in early October, when temperatures begin to cool.

Planting & Care Tips

• Light & Soil: Plant in full sun in fertile, well-draining soil enriched with compost.
• Depth & Germination: Sow seeds 0.5 cm deep. Germination typically occurs within 5–10 days in warm soil.
• Spacing: Space plants 60–75 cm apart, with 90–120 cm between rows.
• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during flowering and fruit development, while avoiding waterlogged conditions.
• Feeding: Apply compost before planting and feed with a balanced tomato fertilizer every 2–3 weeks. Increase potassium during flowering and fruiting for the best yields.
• Harvest: Fruits are ready to harvest approximately 80–90 days after transplanting, when they develop their characteristic deep mahogany color and feel slightly soft.
• Harvesting Tips: Harvest fruits regularly using clean pruners or by gently twisting them from the vine. Provide strong stakes or cages to support the vigorous indeterminate plants.