Description
25 Seeds per pack
(Lycopersicon lycopersicum) 75 days Watermelon Beefsteak tomato is an old heirloom that dates back to the 1800’s. Huge fruits are meaty and weighing about 2 lbs. Fruit skin in pink but flesh is purplish red, very mild with excellent flavor. The fruit shape is oblong like watermelon. Plants are indeterminate and like to sprawl, can grow rather large.
Planting Instructions for Beefsteak Watermelon Tomato Seeds
Start Heirloom Beefsteak Watermelon Tomato seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date. Plant the Tomato seeds ¼” deep in sterile seed starting mix. Germination occurs in 6-14 days in soil 70-90°F. Once true leaves develop, separate Heirloom / Open Pollinated Tomato plants into 3-4″ pots, placing in full light & cooler temps (60-70°F). Set out hardened off Tomato transplants, in full sun, once soil has warmed, 18-30″ apart, in rows 3-4′ apart. Plant tall, spindly Beefsteak Watermelon tomato seedlings deeper, the stems will sprout roots and support and strengthen the plant. To help prevent blossom end rot, put 1 Tbs of lime, ground oyster shells, or crushed eggshells at the bottom of your planting hole. The calcium will help build strong cell walls once your heirloom tomatoes plants start producing fruit. For strong Beefsteak Watermelon tomato plants, add 1 Tbs of aged compost and 1 Tbs of bone meal to the bottom of the hole as well.
FAQ:
What makes the Watermelon Beefsteak Tomato unique?
The Watermelon Beefsteak Tomato is a historic heirloom dating back to the 1800s, known for its massive 2 lb fruits with a unique oblong, watermelon-like shape. The fruits have pink skin, purplish-red flesh, and a very mild, excellent flavor, making them ideal for slicing and fresh eating.
How long does it take for Watermelon Beefsteak Tomatoes to mature?
Watermelon Beefsteak Tomatoes mature in approximately 75 days, making them a mid-season variety that provides a reliable and flavorful harvest.
What type of plant is the Watermelon Beefsteak Tomato?
The Watermelon Beefsteak Tomato is an indeterminate variety, meaning it grows continuously and produces fruit throughout the season. The plants are vigorous, sprawling, and can grow quite large, requiring ample space and support.
How should Watermelon Beefsteak Tomato seeds be planted?
To grow Watermelon Beefsteak Tomatoes, start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Plant seeds ¼ inch deep in sterile seed-starting mix at 70-90°F. Germination typically occurs in 6-14 days. Once true leaves develop, transplant seedlings into 3- to 4-inch pots and provide full light at cooler temperatures of 60-70°F. Harden off the plants and transplant them outdoors in full sun, spacing them 18-30 inches apart in rows 3-4 feet apart.
How can I ensure healthy Watermelon Beefsteak Tomato plants and prevent blossom end rot?
To prevent blossom end rot, add one tablespoon of lime, ground oyster shells, or crushed eggshells to the planting hole for calcium. Enrich the soil with one tablespoon each of aged compost and bone meal. Plant tall seedlings deeper to promote root growth along the stem, ensuring strong, productive plants capable of supporting large, flavorful fruits.
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