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Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) Black Opal

Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) Black Opal

Improved Black Cherry – Gourmet tomato.

Unit

seed
Graduated prices
From 100 seeds for 0,100 per seed
Total amount (seed)
Total incl. VAT: 12,10Total (excl. VAT): 10,00

Description

Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) 'Black Opal': Gourmet Cherry Tomato with Excellent Flavor

The Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) 'Black Opal' is a high-quality gourmet cherry tomato, developed as an improved version of Black Cherry. This variety was specially selected by English tomato professionals and is known for its improved growth, fruit set, and incredible flavor. Black Opal combines robust growth with intense sweetness and aroma, making it a favorite choice for gardeners who want to grow high-quality cherry tomatoes for outdoor use.

Characteristics of Tomato 'Black Opal'

Black Opal produces small, flavorful cherry tomatoes similar to Black Cherry, but with several improvements:

  • Improved growth and yield: The plants are more vigorous and produce more bunches.

  • Better fruit texture: Firm flesh that remains juicy and aromatic.

  • Exceptional taste: Intensely sweet and full of aroma, ideal for fresh consumption, salads and culinary applications.

These characteristics make Black Opal a premium gourmet cherry tomato that excels both aesthetically and culinary.

Growth and Cultivation Conditions

Black Opal is a very robust plant and completely suitable for outdoor cultivation, where the plants develop excellently in sunny, well-drained locations.

Cultivation advice:

  • Sowing: February to April indoors

  • Plant out: After the last frost in open ground or large pots

  • Location: Sunny and sheltered for optimal fruit development

  • Soil: Nutritious, humus-rich and well-drained

  • Support: Recommended to keep bunches healthy and maximize yield

Improved growth and fruit set make Black Opal exceptionally reliable, allowing growers to expect a consistent and abundant harvest of high-quality cherry tomatoes.

Use in the Kitchen

Black Opal's small, aromatic cherry tomatoes are versatile:

  • Delicious as a fresh snack or in-between meal

  • Perfect for salads, antipasti and tapas

  • Ideal for dishes that require intense sweetness and full flavor

  • Visually attractive due to the deep, dark color of the fruits

The combination of small size, rich flavor and robust growth makes this variety suitable for home cooks and hobby gardeners who want to harvest gourmet cherry tomatoes.

Why choose Tomato 'Black Opal'?

✔ Improved version of Black Cherry
✔ Robust growth and improved fruit set
✔ Small, aromatic cherry tomatoes with exceptional flavour
✔ Firm flesh, ideal for fresh consumption and culinary applications
✔ Fully suitable for outdoor cultivation
✔ Abundant harvest and reliable yield
✔ Premium gourmet cherry tomato for home gardeners and enthusiasts

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Height

200 cm.

Article number

BO56146

Number of seeds per gram

About 360

Tips for sowing

Light germinator. Optimal germination temperature is between 20°C and 25°C.

Delivered as

Normal seed.

Note

Indeterminate (trailing) and requires support. To achieve an abundant and healthy harvest, it is essential to regularly remove side shoots (suckers).

*The information on this website is provided solely for guidance and to assist in selecting and growing the products. Easyseed accepts no liability for the final results.