{"product_id":"beefsteak-tomato-seeds-organic","title":"Beefsteak Tomato Seeds (Organic)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBeefsteak tomatoes are known for their large fruit, red color, and classic tomato flavor. Their juicy flesh and meaty texture make them well suited to sandwiches, salads, and other sliced preparations. This indeterminate variety is a popular choice for home gardens and culinary use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeefsteak tomatoes grow best in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. The plants can continue producing fruit through the growing season. Provide a sturdy cage or stake to support the vines and heavy fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCertified organic Beefsteak Tomato seeds are a flavorful choice for gardeners seeking large slicing tomatoes. Grow them in beds or large containers with full sun, regular watering, and adequate support. Use the ripe fruit in sandwiches, salads, canning, or sauces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTomato\u003c\/strong\u003e – Beefsteak – \u003ci\u003eLycopersicon lycopersicum\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTender annual.\u003c\/strong\u003e Indeterminate. The vigorous vines produce flat, meaty, juicy, red fruit ranging from 5–10 ounces. The richly flavored fruit has rough, ribbed skin and is well suited to slicing or canning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil \u0026amp; Water:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tomatoes grow best in fertile soil with organic matter and a pH of 5.5–7.0. Water deeply and consistently, adjusting frequency for soil, weather, and container conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Growing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds in flats 6-8 weeks before the last frost and thin to 2\" apart after the first true leaves appear. Before transplanting after the last frost, harden off the plants by placing them outdoors for a few hours to start, increasing the amount of time each day until they are accustomed to a full day of sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting \u0026amp; Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest when individual fruits give slightly under finger pressure; the shoulders may not have changed color yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Temperature: \u003c\/strong\u003e70-85°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Depth: \u003c\/strong\u003e1\/2\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination: \u003c\/strong\u003e6-12 Days\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight At Maturity: \u003c\/strong\u003e3'-5'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays To Maturity: \u003c\/strong\u003e80 Days\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun\/Shade: \u003c\/strong\u003eFull Sun\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing After Thinning: \u003c\/strong\u003e15\"-36\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApprox Seeds per Pack: \u003c\/strong\u003e50\u003cstrong\u003e | Per 1 oz bulk: \u003c\/strong\u003e12,971 Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:rgb(33,43,54);\"\u003eFor more information, please enjoy our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/growing-guides\/tomatoe-growing-guide\"\u003eTomato Growing Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:rgb(33,43,54);\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Pack","offer_id":48249802359010,"sku":"SNV8186","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1oz","offer_id":48249802391778,"sku":"SNV8186B","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/6107\/2354\/files\/organic-tomato-beefsteak.jpg?v=1787259541","url":"https:\/\/prairiegardener.com\/products\/beefsteak-tomato-seeds-organic","provider":"Prairie Gardener Supply Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}