Tomato 'Black Ethiopian'

Lycopersiconlycopersicum

Family
Solanaceae (so-lan-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Lycopersicon (ly-koh-PER-see-kon)
Species
lycopersicum (ly-koh-PER-see-kum)
Synonym
Spacing
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Sun Exposure
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Other Details
Seed Collecting
Full Sun
Fruit Shape
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Fruit Size
Fruit Colors
Growing Habit
Days to Maturity
Seed Type
Disease Resistance
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Ferment seeds before storing
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Leaf Type
Plum
Foliage Color
Medium (under one pound)
Bloom Characteristics
Red
Brown
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Indeterminate
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Pelham, Alabama

Rancho Cucamonga, California

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Gardener's Notes:

2
positives
2
neutrals
0
negative
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C
Calgary, AB (Zone 3a) | August 2014 | neutral

plant grows 5' plus in height and very strong stock. fruit on the plant is very attractive in various growing stages, then turns a mahog...Read More

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Bay Point, CA | November 2011 | positive

I planted " black ethiopian" in a earthbox in my backyard after my husband bought it at a yard sale in Concord. To my great surprise it g...Read More

P
Central, AL (Zone 8a) | July 2007 | positive

Tasty, full-flavor tomatoes just right for salads.

B
Bethelridge, KY (Zone 6a) | December 2004 | neutral

".....bronze to brownish red plum shaped 4 oz. fruits. Plants grow quite large and are very productive."

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