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Variety Info
Days to Maturity: 96 days from transplanting
Family: Solanaceae
Type: Indeterminate, Slicing Tomato (Learn more)
Native: Andes
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual
Exposure: Full sun
Plant Dimensions: Vigorous vines can easily reach 6' in the home garden, but may get up to 20' where the growing season is long, such as in mild climates of the South.
Variety Info: 10 oz.–2 lb. round, somewhat flattened, lightly ribbed, bright red fruits. 'Beefsteak' was first offered by H.W. Buckbee Seed Co. in 1900.
Attributes: Frost Sensitive
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: For mild climates only: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 60°F.
When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting. Transplant when air temperature is 45°F or warmer, usually 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 70°–90°F.
Days to Emerge: 5–10 days
Seed Depth: ¼"
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 24"–36"
Row Spacing: 36"
Thinning: When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 24"–36"
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Growing Info
Harvesting: Beefsteak' tomatoes are at the peak of sun-ripened deliciousness when red, and have a slight give when gently squeezed.
- Violet J.Rated 4 out of 5 stars9/12/25I’m 13
I am 13 years old, and I just started out with gardening this year. I love it so much! Botanical interests seeds helps a lot. I decided to grow a tomato plant for my grandpa, it is growing really well even though it is still really small!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests9/16/25Hey Violet,
What an amazing way to start your gardening journey at 13 - growing a tomato plant for your grandpa is so incredibly sweet! We absolutely love that you've discovered the joy of gardening this year and that our seeds are helping you along the way. Those Beefsteak tomatoes may start small, but just wait until you see how big and delicious they can get! Your grandpa is going to be so proud when he sees those massive tomatoes growing strong. It's wonderful that you're already seeing good growth - that's a great sign that you've got a natural green thumb! Thanks for choosing us to be part of your gardening adventure. Keep on growing 🌻️
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- Chrystee K.Rated 4 out of 5 stars10/27/244 Stars
These tomatoes took a bit of a learning curve to grow but that’s on me. They took a while to ripen on the vine and were very heavy but when they did ripen they were so popular I had to redo their trellis and fence them in since the squirrels and my dogs were eating them before I could! Great taste and texture, they were great for my sandwiches and for impressing friends! Just be sure to have a strong trellis or cage for them.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Beginner - Andrea H.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars10/14/245 Stars
I love my home garden. So pleased we can buy these seeds.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - Jennifer S.Rated 5 out of 5 stars7/14/245 Stars
Goodness me! These seeds are the bomb. I shocked myself with how gorgeous these grew in my greenhouse & WOW they are stunning in my raised bed! I tried another seed company at the same time & BI has outshined them.
They actually did so well I had to give some plants away because I ran out of room, they are monstrous. Have yet to taste them though.
BIBotanical Interests8/5/24Hey Jennifer, Thanks for the feedback. We'd LOVE to see some photos! We appreciate you! Keep on growing 🌻️