De Barao Black Tomato Seeds

The De Barao Black Tomato is a distinct variety developed from the Barao tomato in Russia and introduced in the Seed Savers Yearbook in 1997. This indeterminate tomato variety is known for its high productivity and meaty, mid-sized, oval-plum-shaped fruits. The tomatoes weigh around 40-90 grams each and have a dark-brown colour with dark-green necks. The flesh is firm, almost like a paste-type tomato, and they have a good tomato flavour suitable for fresh consumption as well as sauces. This variety performs well even in cooler weather conditions.

These plants grows to a substantial size and requires staking or support. For optimal growth, it’s recommended to prune the suckers, allowing the plant to focus energy on producing tomatoes rather than growing too large. Regular leaf pruning can help the plant stay manageable and increase fruit production.

These heritage seeds are available directly from Garden Faerie Botanicals in the heart of British Columbia, Canada. The collection features heirloom and heritage seeds that are personally cultivated organically without the use of any chemicals. Emphasizing historical, rare, non-GMO seeds, this selection preserves biodiversity through open-pollination.