{"product_id":"black-krim-tomato-heirloom-seeds","title":"Black Krim Tomato, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBlack Krim Tomato Heirloom Seeds\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy rich flavor and dusky color with Black Krim, a celebrated heirloom associated with the Crimean Peninsula on the Black Sea. Its juicy beefsteak fruits ripen to brown-red, maroon, or purplish tones, often retaining green-brown shoulders. Slice a sun-ripened tomato for a sandwich or serve it with basil and a little olive oil to savor its sweet-tart flavor and smoky notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Grow Black Krim?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRich, complex flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enjoy a full tomato taste with sweetness, tang, and savory or smoky notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive dusky fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown-red to maroon coloring and darker shoulders bring contrast to salads and platters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJuicy beefsteak texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Broad slices suit sandwiches, burgers, and fresh summer meals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndeterminate vines:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plants continue growing and setting fruit while conditions remain favorable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-pollinated heirloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e A long-standing favorite for home vegetable gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and Growing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before your intended transplant date. Sow approximately ¼ inch deep in seed-starting mix, provide warmth for germination, and give seedlings strong light. Harden off gradually before planting outdoors after frost danger has passed and conditions have warmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Install a sturdy stake, cage, or trellis at planting time to support vines and heavy fruit. Water consistently at soil level and mulch to conserve moisture. Maintain airflow while retaining enough foliage to shade developing tomatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor square foot gardening, use \u003cstrong\u003e1 plant per sq ft (trellis required)\u003c\/strong\u003e with dedicated vertical training and regular pruning. Allow more space for caged or multi-stemmed plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHarvest Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 75–90 days from transplant, with many sources listing around 80 days; weather and growing conditions affect timing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, slightly flattened beefsteaks, commonly around 8–16 ounces; individual sizes vary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRipe color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown-red, maroon, or dusky purple with green-brown shoulders that may remain at maturity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indeterminate; sturdy support required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSolanum lycopersicum\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frost-tender warm-season annual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePacket options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 25 or 50 seeds; choose your packet size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarvest when fruits develop their mature dusky color and yield slightly to gentle pressure. Do not wait for a uniform black exterior or for every green shoulder to disappear. Black Krim can crack, particularly after abrupt moisture changes; consistent watering and timely picking help reduce losses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill Black Krim turn solid black?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Expect dusky red-brown, maroon, and purple tones rather than a jet-black tomato. Color intensity varies with weather and sun exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan a tomato with green shoulders be ripe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Check the color and gentle softening of the rest of the fruit rather than relying on shoulder color alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes a salty flavor mean it contains added salt?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo salt is added by growing this variety. Some people describe a savory or slightly salty flavor impression; that is a tasting description, not a sodium-content claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat are its best kitchen uses?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy fresh slices in sandwiches, burgers, salads, and tomato platters, or cook ripe fruit into a flavorful sauce.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePacked and shipped by Box Garden Seeds LLC — heirloom seeds grown without GMOs, selected for flavor and your garden's success.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Box Garden Seeds LLC","offers":[{"title":"~25 Seeds","offer_id":41712257597574,"sku":"TB\/B1-2591-1120-26","price":3.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"~50 Seeds","offer_id":41712257630342,"sku":"TB\/B1-50-91-1120-26","price":5.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2669\/3330\/files\/il_fullxfull.7658495223_o4jr.jpg?v=1770130503","url":"https:\/\/bgseedsllc.com\/products\/black-krim-tomato-heirloom-seeds","provider":"Box Garden Seeds Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}