Goliath Goldrush

Family: Solanaceae Nightshade

Sun-warmed and unmistakably rich, Goliath Goldrush bears oversized beefsteaks with a luminous golden-amber glow and a honeyed, tangy sweetness that tastes like late-summer light.

The flesh is meaty and juicy with a silky, low-seed texture, delivering a satisfying bite that holds its shape beautifully. Grow it for bold slices and showstopping centerpiece tomatoes—ideal for thick, golden rounds and vibrant sauces that highlight its sunny flavor.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 90 DaysHabit: Indeterminate

Botanical illustration of Goliath Goldrush

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

This beefsteak’s low-seed, silky interior makes it ideal for slices that won’t turn watery—your knife gets resistance, then a clean, juicy bite. Use it where its honeyed tang can do the talking: hot-sear rounds, jammy roast, or a seed-light sauce that stays thick on the spoon.

Best Uses

thick slices on a hot pan for quick caramelization and juicy sear
centerpiece golden rounds with flaky salt and olive oil
low-and-slow roasting to concentrate into spoonable jammy sauce
silk-finish sauces where you want body without lots of seeds

Flavor Profile

honeyed, tangy sweetness meaty, juicy flesh silky, low-seed bite sun-warmed aromatic finish

Kitchen Pairings

extra-virgin olive oil balsamic vinegar garlic fresh mozzarella pancetta or prosciutto black pepper

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s a common tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) pest or disease I should watch for, and how do I fix it fast?

Early blight (Alternaria) often shows up as dark, concentric spots on older tomato leaves and can quickly spread if the foliage stays wet. Remove and discard the worst-affected leaves, water at the soil line (not on leaves), and space/trellis plants so air moves through the canopy. If the problem is active, spray with a labeled fungicide for tomatoes and repeat on the schedule on the label.

How often should I water tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum) during the main growing phase?

During fruit set and the 6–8 weeks leading up to harvest, keep soil evenly moist—aim for about 1–1.5 inches (2.5–4 cm) of water per week, adjusting for heat and rainfall. Water deeply 1–2 times per week rather than frequent light watering, and reduce sudden drying to prevent blossom-end rot and fruit cracking. Use mulch to hold moisture, but keep mulch pulled slightly back from the stem.

How can I tell when Goliath Goldrush tomatoes are ready to harvest?

Harvest when fruits reach full color and slip easily from the vine with a gentle twist; for most tomatoes, that means they’re fully “ripe” (no green shoulder near the stem). If you see shoulders staying green or hard, give them a few more days in full sun. For best flavor, pick at peak ripeness rather than early—these are typically ready around 90 days from transplant under good conditions.