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Tomato 'Bush goliath'

Solanum lycopersicum

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'Bush goliath' is a Tomato variety in the Solanum genus with a scientific name of Solanum lycopersicum. 'Bush goliath' is considered a hybrid cultivar.

Produces thick skinned, 4" diameter red tomatoes on a regular-leafed plant. VFN disease resistance, excellent for small gardens because of its bushy (dwarf) growth habit.

Bush goliath grows as an Annual and is a Fruit. Being an Annual, it tends to grow best over the course of a single year. Bush goliath is known for growing to a height of approximately 1.20 metres (3.90 feet).

Mexico is believed to be where Bush goliath originates from.

Bush goliath Tomato is normally fairly low maintenance and is normally quite easy to grow, as long as a level of basic care is provided throughout the year. Being aware of the basic soil, sun and water preferences will result in a happier and healthier plant.

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How to grow Tomato 'Bush goliath'

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Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Bush goliath is thought of as tender, so it is really important to plant out well after your last frost date. USDA Hardiness Zone 3 to 14 are typically the USDA Hardiness Zones that are appropriate for this plant (although this can vary based on your microclimate). Ideally plant in loamy soil and try to keep the ph of your soil between the range of 5.0 and 6.0 as Bush goliath likes to be in moderately acidic soil to weakly acidic soil.

Growing Bush goliath from seed

Sow at a depth of approx. 0.78 inches (2.0 cm) and aim for a distance of at least 2.60 feet (80.0 cm) between Tomato plants. Soil temperature should be kept higher than 12°C / 54°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Bush goliath about 42 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Bush goliath

Transplant out when around 15cm (6 inches) high.

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Bush goliath is a tender plant.

Harvesting Bush goliath

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by early summer.

Tomato 'Bush goliath' information

Lifecycle The lifecycle that Bush goliath exhibits. Annual Category The category for the Bush goliath plant. Fruit
Hardiness Is Bush goliath frost hardy? Tender Country of Origin Where does Bush goliath come from? Mexico
Harvest Time When is Bush goliath ready for harvest? Early Summer
Mature Height How tall does Bush goliath grow? 1.20 metres / 3.90 feet Mature Spread How wide does Bush goliath grow? 50.0 cm / 1.62 feet
USDA Zone Range What zones does Bush goliath grow best in? Zone 3 - Zone 14 pH Range The level of acidity for Bush goliath. 5.0 - 6.0
Sun How much sunlight does Bush goliath need to grow? Full Sun
Water Requirements How much water does Bush goliath require? Medium Nitrogen Requirements How much nitrogen fertiliser does Bush goliath need? Medium
Ideal Germination Temperature Range What temperatures does Bush goliath need in order to germinate? 12°C / 54°F to 32°C / 90°F Growing Temperatures What temperatures are best to grow Bush goliath in? 13°C / 55°F to 35°C / 95°F
Sowing Depth How deep to plant Bush goliath? 2.0 cm / 0.78 inches
Sowing Distance Apart How far apart to sow Bush goliath 80.0 cm / 2.60 feet
Edible? Is Bush goliath edible? edible
Planting Distance Apart How far apart to plant Bush goliath seedlings? 45.0 cm / 1.46 feet

How long does Bush goliath take to grow?

These estimates for how long Tomato 'Bush goliath' takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world. Start logging and journaling your observations to participate!

Days to Germination How long does it take Bush goliath to germinate? 10 days Average 10 days | Min days | Max days (0)
Days to Transplant How long until I can plant out Bush goliath? + 42 days Average 42 days | Min days | Max days (0)
Days to Maturity How long until Bush goliath is ready for harvest / bloom? + 65 days Average 65 days | Min days | Max days (0)
Total Growing Days How long does it take to grow Bush goliath? = 117 days

When should I sow Bush goliath?

Folia's when to plant Tomato 'Bush goliath' estimates are relative to your last frost date. Enter your frost dates and we'll calculate your sowing and planting dates for you!

Latest Tomato 'Bush goliath' Reviews

05 Jul 2011

TangoFlowers's Tomato 'Bush goliath' and 'Super Bush'- Under Attack, Fruitfly Maggots was Reviewed day 62

Not enough late blight resistance. Thin skinned fruit- must protect from fruitfly via nylons, or they get maggoty and rot :(
Harvested while still green, 4 frying use, rather than risk more rot.

2 stars

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