Japanese Trifele Black Heirloom Tomato

Scientific Name: Solanum lycopersicum 'Japanese Black Trifele'

Also Known As

Lycopersicon lycopersicum 'Japanese Trifele Black Heirloom'

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

1-12

Japanese Trifele Black Heirloom Tomato plant details

Japanese Trifele Black Heirloom Tomato is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen annual / biennial or perennial fruit / vegetable with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge followed by black, green and red fruit. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Japanese Trifele Black Heirloom Tomato

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial fruit / vegetable
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: edible, heirloom, indeterminate

GROWING CONDITIONS for Japanese Trifele Black Heirloom Tomato

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Unusual broad pear shaped fruit with green streaked shoulders, deepening to a mahogany center and darkening to an almost black base. Meaty with a complex & rich flavor. 3” crack resistant fruits. Vigorous indeterminate plants. Lovely sliced in half on