Black Krim Tomato Seeds - Heirloom Large Tomato for Home Growing | Marde Ross & Company

Bold flavor meets heirloom charm

Black Krim tomato seeds from Marde Ross & Company bring a large, richly flavored fruit to home gardens. Ripe fruit displays a striking color story—from a maroon, reddish-brown base to greenish, dark purple shoulders—making each harvest a visual treat as well as a tasty one. This heirloom variety is cherished for its robust taste and dramatic appearance, elevating salads, sandwiches, and fresh eating with depth and character.

Whether you’re growing in a sunny garden bed or in a roomy container, Black Krim adds both flavor and visual interest. Gardeners often note that the fruit’s size and color can transform everyday meals into something special, inviting you to experiment with slicing, layering, and plating. The overall appeal goes beyond taste—these tomatoes make a memorable centerpiece for homemade salsa, bruschetta, or simply a vibrant garden-to-table moment.

Flavor and appearance at a glance

• Bold, distinctive flavor that stands out in salads and sandwiches
• Large fruit with a color gradient from maroon-brown to greenish-purple shoulders
• Popular heirloom variety with broad home-garden appeal

Growing and care essentials

• Plant seed 1/4 inch indoors and 1/2 inch outdoors when warm
• Keep moist while germinating and keep outside moisture steady, but avoid overwatering
• Very popular variety that adapts to varied garden setups
• Backed by a trusted source: Marde Ross & Company has been a Licensed California Nursery since 1985

Practical use tips: choose a sunny, well-drained site, provide sturdy support for the vines, and allow fruit to ripen fully on the plant for peak flavor. While outcomes can vary with climate and care, many home growers enjoy a savory harvest with striking visual appeal, making Black Krim a standout choice for both flavor and display.