Determinate. Black Sea Man is a richly flavored Russian heirloom tomato known for its deep, earthy taste and striking appearance. The medium to large fruits are round to slightly flattened, with mahogany-red skin and green shoulders. Weighing around 8–12 ounces, they have a meaty texture and few seeds—perfect for slicing or fresh eating.
*Photo credit to H.Willens*
We had horribly cold weather until mid June last year here in Toronto Canada and boy did this variety impress me. Plants grew vigorously despite the cold and had no issues when hot weather finally arrived . Bumper crops of large, juicy fruit on easy to manage determinate plants. I had zero issues with disease and the flavour is excellent.
Among my strongest seedlings
MIGardener seeds NEVER let me down!
Bought seed last year (2024). Planted. Never germinated under grow lights and domes. All the other varieties were up within days and very successful in the garden. Tried again this year (2025). Same desolate, empty cells while everything else is growing. Even late seeded tomatoes that didn't go under the domes broke ground. Bad batch perhaps. Too bad, they look like they taste amazing.
I'm Gerard from Lebanon Middle East I'm a small scale farmer and I'm happy I took the decision to start buying from you. This was my first choice I can't wait to plant them. I will definitely submit a full review after planting them.
So far all 6 seeds that I planted have germinated and are growing well. I am planning on transplanting them into bigger pots soon until they’re ready for the garden.
My old reliable variety, always produces an abundance of tomatoes towards the end of the season!
Little pepper plants popped up quickly, they seem to be doing very well thus far.
Really great germination, I am currently growing them in my hydroponic system.
I gave one to my partner last summer... he said, "WHY DOES THIS TASTE LIKE CHAMPAGNE??"
This variety will be in my garden until I can no longer garden!