Black tomatoes come in many shapes and sizes. The "black" coloring is actually a combination of red and green. Most black tomatoes have an earthy flavor.
Black Icicle is a beautiful paste tomato. The thick-walled, burgundy-brown fruits are oblong with a pointed end. It is very productive, but so late to ripen that it can be disappointing for short-season gardeners. It was developed in the former Soviet Union and introduced by Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds as one of a series of paste tomatoes in different colors.
Paul Robeson is one of the best tasting black tomatoes we have ever grown. The dark brick-red fruits weigh 7-10 ounces and have a tangy, sweet and smoky flavor. This excellent tomato was named an African-American singer, actor and equal rights advocate. You can read about the history of this Russian heirloom and the man for whom it was named here .
