A comparison of the **Black Strawberry (Black Prince)** and **Black Cherry** tomatoes: ### **Black Strawberry (Black Prince) Tomato** - **Heirloom or Hybrid**: Heirloom - **Other Name**: Sometimes referred to as "Black Prince" - **Origin**: Thought to have roots in Siberia or the Irkutsk region of Russia, bred for cold hardiness. - **Days to Harvest**: Around 70-80 days. - **Fruit Characteristics**: Small to medium-sized (2-5 oz), marbled in rich purples, reds, and deep brown hues. They have a unique gradient coloring with darker, richer tones as they ripen. - **Flavor**: Known for its deep, sweet, and slightly tangy flavor, with a rich, complex profile that intensifies as the tomato ripens. - **Plant Style and Size**: Indeterminate variety, meaning it will continue growing and producing fruit throughout the season. Plants typically grow to 5-6 feet tall. - **Usage**: Great for fresh eating, salads, or garnishes due to its striking color and robust flavor. ### **Black Cherry Tomato** - **Heirloom or Hybrid**: Heirloom - **Origin**: Developed in the USA by seed savers and is highly popular for its color and flavor. - **Days to Harvest**: Around 65-75 days. - **Fruit Characteristics**: Small, round, and deep mahogany-colored fruit. Each cherry tomato is about 1 inch in diameter. - **Flavor**: Renowned for its intense sweetness with a slight smokiness and deep, rich flavor, typical of darker tomatoes. - **Plant Style and Size**: Indeterminate variety, growing vigorously up to 6-7 feet tall or more with appropriate support. - **Usage**: Perfect for snacking, salads, or adding a burst of flavor to dishes. Its flavor makes it stand out in a variety of culinary settings. Both varieties are known for their rich, sweet flavors and dark, appealing colors, with the **Black Strawberry** offering a more nuanced marbling and larger fruit, while **Black Cherry** provides smaller, bite-sized tomatoes with a robust, sweet taste. =s=s=s=s=s=s=s=ss==s=s=ss==ss=s==s=s=s=s Seed Shipping: Free to US and Canada Low Shipping fee- no matter how many seeds you order! Add this item to your cart and keep shopping- at https://www.bonanza.com/booths/Greenoakie =s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s Shipping of Seeds and Cuttings: Orders are shipped via Canada Post Mail unless otherwise specified. Some items are shipped without tracking to keep costs low. This is the most economical option. Canada Post is incredibly reliable, but can be slow. If you require tracking or a faster delivery please message before ordering. We try to ship any live plants on MONDAYS or TUESDAYS as a precautionary measure to avoid delays over the weekend and ensure the viability of live plant orders. Weather may be a contributing factor in the processing of our orders and will occasionally cause some delay. We will ship seeds anywhere in the world, however, please make sure you check with your country's customs office to be sure that they are allowed in. We will not be held responsible for orders held, confiscated and/or destroyed by customs. Please note this and make sure you understand before you buy it. If you have a question or if you are unclear about shipping policies please contact us. We welcome questions! Contact us before, after, or during any transaction and you will receive a reply ASAP. Thanks for visiting! Don't forget to bookmark us!