Goliath Hybrid Tomato

Family: Solanaceae Nightshade

Planting Schedule

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Sink your senses into the first blush of Goliath Hybrid Tomato’s rich, meaty fragrance—then savor its bold, juicy bite with a satisfyingly dense, beefsteak texture.

This 90-day standout forms large, well-filled fruits with a deep, classic tomato color and a smooth, gently ribbed surface that feels substantial in the garden. Grow it for statement slices and hearty sauces, where its full-bodied flavor shines from vine to bowl.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 90 DaysHabit: Indeterminate

Botanical illustration of Goliath Hybrid Tomato

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Goliath Hybrid Tomato 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)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	10

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Goliath Hybrid leans into a true beefsteak structure—dense flesh, clean slicing, and just enough acidity to stay bright after heat. It’s the kind of tomato that stands up to a hot sear and turns into a sauce with body instead of watery steam.

Best Uses

thick sandwich slices that hold together without sliding
searing then finishing with a quick pan reduction for a glossy sauce
chunky bruschetta topping that grabs olive oil and doesn’t turn soupy
hearty, slow-simmered tomato sauce for pasta or meatballs

Flavor Profile

bold, beefsteak-tomato flavor meaty flesh with a juicy bite classic tomato acidity that stays lively smooth, sliceable texture with low gel-washiness

Kitchen Pairings

garlic extra-virgin olive oil mozzarella balsamic vinegar black pepper

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are my Solanum lycopersicum (tomato) leaves developing dark spots or yellowing with fuzzy growth, and what should I do?

This is often early blight or late blight on tomatoes—late blight is especially concerning because it can cause fast-spreading leaf lesions with grayish, fuzzy growth in humid weather. Remove and bag infected leaves, avoid overhead watering, and water at the base in the morning; improve airflow by spacing plants and pruning lower leaves touching soil. If problems persist, use a labeled tomato fungicide and follow the product’s interval schedule, starting at the first signs during wet or humid spells.

How often should I water Goliath hybrid tomatoes during the main fruiting growth to prevent problems?

During active fruiting, keep the root zone evenly moist—water about 1–2 times per week with deep soaking, then adjust to rainfall and heat so the top 1–2 inches of soil don’t fully dry out. Aim for consistent moisture because tomatoes are prone to blossom-end rot and cracking when watering swings from dry to wet. Use drip irrigation or a soaker hose and water early, targeting the soil rather than the foliage.

How can I tell when my Goliath hybrid tomato is ready to harvest (Solanum lycopersicum)?

Harvest when fruits are fully colored for your variety (typically fully red with little to no green at the shoulder) and the fruit is slightly soft when gently squeezed near the stem. Mature tomatoes should have a strong tomato aroma and will pull easily without tearing when you lift and twist lightly. For best flavor, don’t wait until they’re fully mushy—pick in dry weather and leave them at room temperature to finish ripening if needed.