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BLACK HAWK. A rare and little-known variety, practically never found in mass cultivation, which makes it especially interesting for collectors and connoisseurs of old American tomatoes. The variety is of local origin from the USA, bred by the University of Illinois and officially introduced in 1954. In fruit type and general appearance, it resembles the classic Rutgers variety, but possesses a number of its own characteristic features. The plant is medium-sized, reaching 1.4-1.5 m in open ground, sturdy, well-leafed, with strong stems. The average fruit weight is 100-200 g, the size is uniform.
It forms a large number of fruits, demonstrating stable and very high yield even under unfavorable conditions. The fruits are round, slightly flattened, bright red in color, with pronounced, strong ribbing in the upper part. The surface is smooth, glossy, the skin is dense and strong — the tomatoes do not crack, tolerate transportation well, and retain their marketable appearance for a long time. The variety is convenient both for fresh consumption and for processing. The flesh is dense, juicy, without excessive wateriness.
The taste is classic tomato, rich, with noticeable but harmonious acidity — exactly as it should be in old American varieties. Excellent for salads, sauces, juices, and home canning. The variety is distinguished by good disease resistance, especially to fusarium wilt, making it a reliable choice for open ground. A historical, time-tested variety with excellent yield, bright taste, and expressive fruit shape, worthy of a place in any serious tomato collection.