Tomato 'Italian giant beefsteak'

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Italian giant beefsteak is thought of as tender, so remember to ensure that temperatures are mild before moving outdoors. Planting Italian giant beefsteak in loamy soil with a ph of between 5.0 and 6.0 is ideal for as it does best in moderately acidic soil to weakly acidic soil.

Start seeds indoors six weeks before last frost date.

Aim to sow 0.78 inches (2.0 cm) deep and try to ensure a gap of at least 0.78 inches (2.0 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 12°C / 54°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Italian giant beefsteak about 42 days before your last frost date.

Plant to the first set of true leaves to promote strong root growth.

As Italian giant beefsteak is tender, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

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

Brought from Italy to the United States in the 1920’s.

Italian Giant Beefstake

Giant italian beefsteak