Blackest of the Black Tomatoes -2 varietes
### **Queen of the Night Tomato**
- **Heirloom or Hybrid**: Heirloom
- **History of Development & Interesting Facts**: The Queen of the Night is a lesser-known heirloom variety prized for its dramatic dark appearance and rich flavor. It has a deep, dark red to almost black hue, achieved through high anthocyanin content, making it both visually striking and nutrient-rich. This tomato variety is often sought after by collectors and enthusiasts for its beauty and taste.
- **Days to Harvest**: 75-85 days
- **Fruit Color**: Deep red to black, with the top shoulders of the fruit having darker hues due to sun exposure.
- **Fruit Size**: 2-4 inches in diameter
- **Fruit Weight**: 4-8 ounces
- **Fruit Taste/Flavor Description**: The flavor is robust, with a sweet yet earthy tone. There are smoky undertones that give it a complex taste, making it excellent for fresh eating or use in gourmet dishes.
### **Black Beauty Tomato**
- **Heirloom or Hybrid**: Heirloom
- **History of Development & Interesting Facts**: Black Beauty was developed from a mix of heirloom and wild tomato genetics by Brad Gates of Wild Boar Farms, known for breeding visually stunning and flavorful tomatoes. It’s one of the darkest tomatoes in the world due to its high anthocyanin content, which gives it its almost black skin. The intense color offers not only visual appeal but also antioxidants, making it a nutritionally potent variety.
- **Days to Harvest**: 80-90 days
- **Fruit Color**: Nearly black with deep purple and red hues when fully ripe. The interior is a rich red.
- **Fruit Size**: 3-4 inches in diameter
- **Fruit Weight**: 6-8 ounces
- **Fruit Taste/Flavor Description**: The flavor is rich and savory, with a hint of sweetness and earthy undertones. It’s described as having a complex and balanced flavor profile, making it ideal for fresh eating, roasting, or adding to salads.