Beefsteak Tomato
Big Beef
STARTING SEEDLINGS
In early spring, start indoors about 6 to 8 weeks before outdoor night temperatures are reliably in the 50-55°F (10-13°C). Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep and 1 inch apart in a container of seed starting mix. Keep moist but not soggy, and very warm, 80°F (27°C). Provide a strong light source until seedlings are ready to plant outside.
When seedlings are 2 inches tall, transplant into individual 4 inch pots. Maintain at 70°F (21°C). Feed with half-strength fertilizer every 2 weeks until ready to plant. When nights reach 55°F (13°C), gradually acclimate to outdoor conditions. Plant these vigorous indeterminate climbers 3 feet apart into rich soil in full sun.
GROWING NOTES
Prepare soil well with aged manure or compost. Plant several inches deeper than seedlings were growing in containers. Provide strong stakes or tall wire cages at planting time. Mulch to provide even moisture retention; don’t overwater once fruit begins to ripen.
HARVEST AND USE
For best flavor, pick these beauties fully red-ripe and don’t store them in the refrigerator. These big, juicy beefsteak tomatoes are memorable in sandwiches or simply slice and enjoy with a pinch of salt and drizzle of good olive oil.
Sow Seeds Indoors |
Days To Germinate |
Transplant Outdoors
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Mature Height |
Transplant To Harvest |
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Feb – March
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7 – 14 days
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April – June
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5 – 7 feet
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Approx. 75 days
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Sow Seeds Indoors |
Days To Germinate |
Transplant Outdoors
|
Mature Height |
Transplant To Harvest |
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Feb – March
|
7 – 14 days
|
April – June
|
5 – 7 feet
|
Approx. 75 days
|
Sow Seeds Indoors
Feb – March
|
Days To Germinate
7 – 14 days
|
Transplant Outdoors
|
Mature Height
5 – 7 feet
|
Transplant To Harvest
Approx. 75 days
|
From Our Gardening Resources
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Growing Tomatoes From Seed
Supporting Big Tomato Vines
Celebrating Tomatoes
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Moving Seedlings To Larger Pots
Planting Seedlings In The Garden
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Growing Tomatoes From Seed
Supporting Big Tomato Vines
Celebrating Tomatoes
Tomato Types
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Videos
Moving Seedlings To Larger Pots
Planting Seedlings In The Garden
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