Brandywine Pink

Family: Solanaceae Vegetable

Planting Schedule

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Velvety, rosy-salmon flesh with a rich, old-fashioned sweetness—Brandywine Pink rewards the first bite with a fragrant, garden-ripe perfume.

This beefsteak tomato forms large, irregularly heart-shaped fruits that are tender yet meaty, with a juicy, rosy interior and a satisfyingly substantial bite. Grow Brandywine Pink for show-stopping slices and thick, spoonable sauces, and for standout fresh flavor that turns every harvest into a centerpiece.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 90 DaysHabit: Indeterminate

Botanical illustration of Brandywine Pink

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Brandywine Pink Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Protected Environment Only
Zone 2a	Apr 6th	Jul 20th	Oct 18th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Mar 27th	Jul 10th	Oct 8th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Mar 27th	Jul 10th	Oct 8th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Mar 31st	Jul 14th	Oct 12th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Mar 27th	Jul 10th	Oct 8th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Mar 25th	Jul 8th	Oct 6th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Mar 20th	Jul 3rd	Oct 1st – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Mar 16th	Jun 29th	Sep 27th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Mar 13th	Jun 26th	Sep 24th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Mar 7th	Jun 20th	Sep 18th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Mar 2nd	Jun 15th	Sep 13th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Feb 20th	Jun 5th	Sep 3rd – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Feb 11th	May 27th	Aug 25th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Feb 2nd	May 18th	Aug 16th – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Jan 16th	May 1st	Jul 30th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Dec 22nd	Apr 6th	Jul 5th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	Continuous Production
Zone 10b	Continuous Production
Zone 11a	Continuous Production
Zone 11b	Continuous Production
Zone 12a	Continuous Production
Zone 12b	Continuous Production
Zone 13a	Continuous Production
Zone 13b	Continuous Production

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	90
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Indeterminate
Support Needed	Stake
Planting Depth	Deep
Germination Temp (°F)	75
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	10

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Brandywine Pink is built for the first bite—its tender-but-meaty beefsteak texture holds up in thick slices and still tastes like sun even when lightly dressed. When you cook it, the rosy pulp reduces into a spoonable, aromatic sauce that clings instead of turning watery.

Best Uses

thick sandwich slices where it won’t collapse—slick with olive oil and salt
slice-and-eat summer platters (let the perfume lead, not the dressing)
spoonable, rustic pan sauce that thickens from its own pulp
charred or broiled tomato “steaks” finished with a little acid

Flavor Profile

fragrant, old-fashioned sweetness velvety rosy-salmon flesh juicy interior with a substantial meaty bite

Kitchen Pairings

extra-virgin olive oil aged balsamic vinegar fresh mozzarella sea salt and flaky salt black pepper garlic

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are my Brandywine Pink plants getting yellow, curling leaves and speckled spots—how do I fix it?

This pattern is commonly early blight or Septoria leaf spot, which thrive in humid conditions. Remove and discard affected lower leaves, improve airflow by spacing plants, and water at the soil line (not the foliage). Start a protective fungicide labeled for tomatoes at first spotting and repeat as directed, especially during warm, wet spells.

How often should I water Brandywine Pink tomatoes during the main growing phase to avoid problems?

During active fruiting (roughly after the first cluster sets), keep soil consistently moist but not soggy: about 1–2 inches of water per week depending on heat and rainfall. Use a deep soak when the top 1 inch of soil feels dry, then let it dry slightly before the next watering to reduce blossom-end rot and split fruit.

How can I tell when Brandywine Pink tomatoes are ready to harvest?

Harvest when fruits reach a full pink-to-blush color with a slight sheen and the shoulders feel slightly soft when gently squeezed. They should pull easily from the vine with minimal force—if they’re still firm and mostly green, give them a few more days.