Tomato (Pole) Beefsteak - Item #474

Seed Depth: 1/4" (6mm)

Plant Space: 18-36" (46-91cm)

Row Space: 24-36" (61-91cm)

Sprouts In: 7-15 days

Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last spring frost, and transplant in late spring after nights have warmed. Sow outdoors in climates with 120 or more frost-free days. Germinates best at 75°F. Plant in a sunny spot in rich, well-drained soil. Feed every two weeks with a high phosphorus fertilizer.

Indeterminate. Ripen on the vine for best flavor. Vigorous 4-6' vines require tall, sturdy stakes or trellises.

Botanical Name: Lycopersicon esculentum

Matures In: 88 days