Brandywine Pink

Family: Solanaceae Vegetable

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

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Mar 7th
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jun 20th
Harvest Begins	Sep 18th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

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.