Goliath Hybrid Tomato

Family: Solanaceae Nightshade

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

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)	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.