{"product_id":"بذور-بندورة-سوداء-تشوكليت-عالية-الجودة-high-quality-chocolate-tomato-seeds","title":"Chocolate Black Tomato Seeds","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Chocolate Black Tomatoes at Home\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003e1. About the Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlack tomatoes, also known as Chocolate tomatoes, have distinctive dark-brown to purple coloring, thin skin and a rich flavor balancing sweetness with mild acidity. They are an appealing choice for salads and appetizers and bring a distinctive touch to traditional tomato dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2. Step-by-Step Growing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePreparing the Soil\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eUse light, fertile, well-aerated soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMix in well-rotted organic fertilizer or compost before planting to improve fertility.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSowing and Transplanting\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eStart seeds in a nursery or indoor seed trays, allowing 5–6 weeks for seedlings to become ready.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTransplant into the garden after the risk of frost has passed, spacing plants 50 cm apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWater immediately after transplanting to settle the seedlings into the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePlant Care\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly 2–3 times a week, gradually reducing watering as maturity approaches.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use NPK 12-12-36 or a potassium-rich fertilizer to encourage fruiting and improve color and flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tie plants to stakes or use metal cages to support upright growth and keep fruit off the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove lower leaves and unproductive branches to improve airflow and reduce disease risk.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHarvest\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarvest about 80–90 days after planting, when fruits turn dark brown with a slight sheen. Cut with pruning shears, leaving a small section of stem attached to help keep fruit fresh for longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e3. Common Pests and Problems\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAphids:\u003c\/strong\u003e PRIZE insecticide, available at Hedera, is recommended for control.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed spider mites:\u003c\/strong\u003e Abamectin is recommended for control.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePowdery mildew:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mycotan is recommended to control fungal spread.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlossom-end rot:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is attributed to calcium deficiency; a calcium-containing fertilizer or a foliar calcium nitrate spray is recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e4. Additional Growing Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eChoose a sunny site with 6–8 hours of sunlight a day.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAvoid heavy or clay soils and provide good drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eBalance watering and feeding to reduce root rot and poor fruiting.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eKeep irrigation water off the leaves to reduce fungal disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eChocolate black tomatoes add distinctive color and flavor to dishes. They are relatively easy to grow at home, and appropriate care and pest prevention support an abundant, distinctive harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hedera","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50055332757810,"sku":"","price":2.5,"currency_code":"JOD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/7960\/3506\/files\/www.hederajo.com_20250527_084631_0000.png?v=1748325258","url":"https:\/\/hederajo.com\/en\/products\/%d8%a8%d8%b0%d9%88%d8%b1-%d8%a8%d9%86%d8%af%d9%88%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d8%b3%d9%88%d8%af%d8%a7%d8%a1-%d8%aa%d8%b4%d9%88%d9%83%d9%84%d9%8a%d8%aa-%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ac%d9%88%d8%af%d8%a9-high-quality-chocolate-tomato-seeds","provider":"Hedera","version":"1.0","type":"link"}