Beefsteak Tomato Seeds – Open-Pollinated Slicing Tomato

Grow thick, meaty tomato slices for summer sandwiches, burgers, and fresh salads. Beefsteak tomatoes are prized for their large fruits, juicy texture, and satisfying bite. Pick a ripe tomato from your garden, slice it generously, and enjoy it simply with your favorite seasoning.

Variety Highlights

• Tomato type: Beefsteak slicing tomato.
• Pollination: Open-pollinated.
• Fruit: Large and meaty, ideal for thick slices.
• Flavor and texture: Sweet, juicy flesh for fresh eating.
• Kitchen uses: Sandwiches, burgers, salads, and serving fresh.

Seed Pack Options

Choose 50, 200, or 500 seeds. This listing is for seeds to grow tomato plants, not live plants or harvested tomatoes.

Starting Seeds Indoors

Start seeds in a sterile seed-starting mix approximately 6–8 weeks before your planned outdoor transplant date. Maintain warm conditions for germination; the original growing guidance recommends 75–90°F. Keep the mix evenly moist without waterlogging.

Once seedlings emerge, provide strong light and grow them in slightly cooler conditions, around 70°F. A grow light can help prevent weak, stretched seedlings when window light is insufficient.

Transplanting Outdoors

Gradually acclimate seedlings to outdoor sun and wind before transplanting. Wait until frost danger has passed and conditions are consistently warm; cold soil and chilly nights can slow growth. Choose a sunny position with fertile, well-drained soil.

Install a sturdy cage or stake early to support plants as they grow and carry fruit. Allow space for airflow and water thoroughly after planting.

Watering and Care

Water at soil level as needed to maintain consistent moisture, especially as fruits develop. Avoid alternating between very dry and waterlogged soil. Mulch can help conserve moisture and reduce soil splashing onto leaves. Feed with a fertilizer suitable for tomatoes according to its label instructions.

Harvesting and Enjoying

Harvest when fruits are ripe and yield slightly to gentle pressure. Handle carefully to avoid bruising, then slice for sandwiches, salads, or a simple garden-fresh snack. Harvest timing and fruit size vary with weather and growing conditions.