Black Opal Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum)

This early maturing dark chocolate cherry produces heavy yields of ½ to 1 oz black cherry tomatoes. Tangy and sweet with a firm texture, Black Opal is delicious fresh from the garden or as a paste. 25 seeds minimum Germination: 6-10 days Maturity: 70 days from transplant Start indoors 6 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1/4" deep in seed starting mix. Requires soil temperatures of 75-85F to germinate. Heating mat is recommended. Keep moist. Harden off and transplant in full sun when all danger of frost has passed. Bury deep, planting the entire stem leaving only top leaves above ground. Space plants 2-3' apart; space rows 3-4' apart.