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ICICLE BLACK. Bred by the renowned Ukrainian tomato breeder A. I. Kulik, this is an early, high-yielding variety with exceptionally flavorful fruits. The indeterminate plants reach 1.2-1.4 m (4-4.5 ft) outdoors and have medium vigor. Each truss carries 6-7 fruits weighing 120-160 g (4-6 oz). Yields are consistently above average. The fruits are elongated plum-shaped, deep purple-chocolate in color, and ripen without green shoulders. The variety also shows excellent disease resistance. The variety originated from the natural open pollination of an unknown tomato, with the first seed selection made in 2006.
Through Dmitry Terentyev, it later spread to Russia and, by 2011, reached Canada and the United States. Since then, it has gained popularity worldwide and consistently receives excellent reviews. The fruits are meaty, firm, two-celled, and covered with a durable skin. They remain firmly attached to the trusses, making whole-cluster harvesting possible. The flesh is buttery, thick-walled, and richly textured. The flavor is sweet and intense, with a rich tomato aroma and a pleasant spicy finish, making it an excellent choice for fresh eating as well as canning.