55–65 Days from transplant to maturity. Nicotiana tabacum. Black Sea Samsun Tobacco Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom. Suitable for growing in fields, containers, garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Resistant to deer. Black Sea Samsun is a traditional Oriental tobacco from the Samsun region of Turkey, known for its compact growth and richly aromatic leaves. It’s a steady, manageable plant that fits well in smaller garden spaces while still offering quality leaf for drying and blending. Extremely tiny seeds: ~ 500,000 seeds/oz.