Solanum lycopersicum 'Beefsteak'
Overview
Uses: Vegetable gardens, raised beds, large containers, fresh slicing, summer harvest.
Benefits: Produces large, meaty fruits with classic tomato flavor and substantial texture. Indeterminate growth supports continuous harvest through the growing season.
USDA Hardiness Zones: Annual
Sun: Full Sun
Life Cycle: Annual
Growth Habit: Upright, Climbing — vining stems require staking or cages.
Bloom Color: Yellow
Mature Height: 4–6 feet
Mature Width: 2–3 feet
Bloom Season: Summer
Growth Rate: Fast
Summary
Big, classic slicing tomatoes make ‘Beefsteak’ a staple in summer gardens. Its large fruits and balanced flavor are ideal for sandwiches, salads, and fresh eating straight from the vine.
As an indeterminate variety, this tomato continues growing and producing throughout the season. With proper support and consistent care, it delivers steady harvests and substantial fruit size in home gardens and raised beds.
Care
Beefsteak Tomato Care
Plant outdoors after danger of frost has passed and nighttime temperatures remain consistently warm. Choose fertile, well-drained soil and provide at least six hours of direct sun daily.
Water deeply and consistently to maintain even soil moisture. Avoid prolonged dry periods followed by heavy watering.
Feed during active growth using a balanced fertilizer or
slow release fertilizer.
Provide sturdy cages, stakes, or trellises to support vigorous vine growth and developing fruit clusters. Prune lower foliage to encourage airflow.
Container Growing
Use a container at least 5 gallons in size with strong structural support. Containers dry more quickly than in-ground plantings and require more frequent watering.
Ensure excellent drainage and feed consistently throughout the growing season. Plants hardy in the ground may require winter protection when grown in containers in colder zones.
Size
What Size is the Beefsteak Tomato for Sale Online?
Plants are greenhouse-grown and shipped in nursery containers appropriate to the selected size. Each plant is well-rooted and actively growing. For current measurements or sizing questions, please
contact us.
How Large Does Beefsteak Tomato Grow?
Mature plants typically reach 4–6 feet tall and 2–3 feet wide, producing large fruits under consistent growing conditions.
Additional Information
Is Beefsteak Tomato indeterminate or determinate?
This is an indeterminate variety, meaning it continues to grow and set fruit until frost. Explore more vining selections in our
Tomato Plants collection.
How long until harvest?
Fruits typically mature approximately 80–100 days after transplanting, depending on climate and growing conditions.
What causes fruit cracking?
Cracking is often linked to uneven watering. Consistent soil moisture and mulching can help reduce splitting.
Can Beefsteak Tomato be grown in raised beds?
Yes. Raised beds provide improved drainage and soil warmth. Browse additional edible garden options in our
Fruit & Vegetable Plants collection.
