Goliath Griller

Family: Solanaceae Nightshade

Planting Schedule

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Sink your senses into Goliath Griller’s rich, beefsteak-sized fruit—warm, sun-kissed flesh with a juicy, meaty bite and a subtly smoky-sweet depth that begs for the grill.

Expect a thick, low-gel interior and a smooth, classic tomato sheen that holds its shape beautifully, making it a standout for hearty slices and bold sauces. Grow this 90-day showstopper for a garden-to-table centerpiece with serious flavor presence and an heirloom-like confidence in every harvest.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 90 DaysHabit: Indeterminate

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Goliath Griller 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	Cage
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

Goliath Griller’s low-gel, beefsteak interior gives you that juicy-meaty bite without collapsing—ideal for grilling where it develops real char and a smoky-sweet edge. Use it for thick slicing and quick, high-heat sauces: it holds its shape, then releases flavor when the flesh starts to caramelize.

Best Uses

grilled thick slices with a blistered skin that doesn’t slump
charred tomato-and-brown-butter pan sauce for pasta or steak
bold tomato jam/chutney to glaze roasted chicken or burgers
hearty sandwiches where the slice stays structured under mayo

Flavor Profile

meaty, low-gel bite with lots of juicy chew warm, sun-kissed tomato sweetness subtly smoky-sweet depth that shows up on the grill smooth, sliceable flesh that holds shape classic tomato tang on the finish

Kitchen Pairings

balsamic vinegar smoked salt garlic extra-virgin olive oil aged cheddar red meat like flank steak or burgers

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease is most likely on Solanum lycopersicum (tomato) and how do I fix it?

Watch for early blight (brown concentric rings on older leaves) and prevent it by removing affected leaves as soon as you see spots. Improve airflow with wider spacing and avoid wetting foliage when watering; if problems spread, spray a labeled fungicide for tomatoes according to the label at first signs. Also keep plants mulched to reduce soil splash, which helps limit the spread of fungal leaf diseases.

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

In warm weather, water deeply about 2–3 times per week, aiming for consistently moist soil rather than frequent light watering. The goal is roughly even moisture from flowering through fruit set so you don’t trigger blossom-end rot or splitting—water when the top 1 inch of soil feels dry. Use a soaker hose or drip line to keep leaves dry while ensuring the root zone gets enough water.

How can I tell when my tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum) are ready to harvest?

Harvest when fruits are fully colored for the mature type (no green shoulders), feel slightly firm but not hard, and come off the vine with a gentle twist. For best flavor, pick in a dry window of weather and avoid pulling fruit that resists—let it ripen longer if the skin is still crisp and under-colored. Mature fruits will generally be ready around 90 days from sowing/transplanting depending on your starting method.