Turkish Black Cherry

Turkish Black Cherry (Ciliegino Nero di Turchia) is a striking cherry from Italy featuring dark red‑purple fruits with green striping. Vigorous indeterminate vines bear long trusses of ~30 g cherries with a crunchy, juicy texture and strong tomato flavor. Plants show robust growth and set well from mid‑season to frost under warm conditions. Provide tall support and even moisture to reduce cracking and maintain fruit quality. A colorful, high‑production cherry that stands out in mixed bowls and market displays. Fruits shine in both fresh salads and slow‑simmered sauces where their natural balance comes forward. Plants respond well to consistent moisture and mulching, which helps reduce blossom‑end stress and keeps fruit quality high. Give sturdy support and prune lightly to maintain airflow and make harvest easier as clusters build.

Days: Mid‑season
Tomato Type: Cherry (Specialty)
Growth Habit: Indeterminate
Plant Height: 6–8+ feet with support
Fruit Size: ≈30 g cherry
Leaf Type: Regular
Color: Dark red/purple with green striping
Shape: Round cherry, long trusses
Flavor: Crunchy, juicy, robust tomato flavor
Usage: Snacking, salads, market mixes
Creator: Italian selection (Ciliegino Nero di Turchia)