The ‘Black Baller’ tomato (also known as ‘Blackball’) is a medium-late, indeterminate variety known for its distinctive dark purple-black skin and bright red flesh. It is a productive plant that yields clusters of small, round, flavorful fruits.
Key Characteristics
- Appearance: The fruit has unusual black/dark purple skin with a red or reddish-green interior. It grows in bunches of 8-10 on a single plant.
- Size: Fruits are relatively small, typically weighing between 40-60 grams (about the size of a golf ball).
- Flavor Profile: The taste is described as delicious, juicy, sweet, and rich, with low acidity, making it a popular choice for fresh consumption in salads or as a snack.
- Growth Habit: It is an indeterminate (vining) plant, meaning it continues to grow and produce fruit throughout the season until the first frost. It requires sturdy support like stakes or a cage.
- Growing Conditions: The ‘Blackball’ variety thrives in warm, sunny, and sheltered conditions, such as a greenhouse or a sunny spot in the garden. It needs well-drained soil and regular watering.
- Maturity: It is a medium-late variety, with a typical harvest time of 60-90 days from transplanting.
- Uses: Due to its unique color and flavor, it is an excellent choice for adding visual appeal to salads, garnishes, and sandwiches. The tomatoes can also be used in sauces or frozen for long-term storage.
The dark coloration is due to high levels of anthocyanins, an antioxidant also found in blueberries and blackberries, which intensifies with more sunlight exposure.
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