Goliath

Family: Solanaceae Nightshade

Planting Schedule

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Sink your senses into Goliath’s lush, beefsteak richness—an impressively large fruit with a velvety, deep red glow and a juicy, meaty bite.

The flesh is thick and satisfying, with balanced, tomato-forward flavor that shines in hearty slices and bold preparations. Grow Goliath for show-stopping garden presence and a centerpiece harvest that begs to be savored at its peak.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 90 DaysHabit: Indeterminate

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Goliath 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	Apr 27th	Aug 10th	Nov 8th – Jul 15th
Zone 1b	Apr 13th	Jul 27th	Oct 25th – Aug 1st
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)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	10

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Goliath’s beefsteak heft gives you a velvety, high-solid chew—great for slicing without turning watery. Use salt and heat to push the natural sweetness, then pair with sharp fats (aged cheese or olive oil) to keep the tomato flavor loud and clean.

Best Uses

thick slice sandwiches where it won’t collapse into soggy bread
quick-sear or roast to concentrate sugars and edges
bowl-ready bruschetta topping (salted and spooned while warm)
chunky salsa or pico for a firmer, chunkier mouthfeel

Flavor Profile

meaty, high-solid tomato bite balanced, tomato-forward acidity velvety flesh with a juicy chew deep red, roast-friendly sweetness

Kitchen Pairings

garlic olive oil black pepper mozzarella aged cheddar balsamic vinegar

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease is most likely to hit Solanum lycopersicum (tomato) and what should I do?

Look for early blight and septoria leaf spot, which start as small dark spots on older leaves and spread upward in warm, humid weather. Remove and discard affected leaves early, improve airflow with proper spacing and pruning, and water at the base so foliage stays dry. If new spotting continues, spray a labeled tomato fungicide according to the product directions and repeat as directed.

How often should I water a Goliath tomato during the main growing phase?

During flowering and fruit set, keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged—aim for about 1–2 inches of water per week, adjusted for heat and rainfall. Water deeply 1–3 times per week rather than light daily watering, and always water at the soil line to prevent leaf disease. If leaves droop midday, check the top 1 inch of soil first; only water if it’s dry at that depth.

How can I tell when Goliath tomato fruit is ready to harvest?

Harvest when fruit is fully colored for the variety and the skin is firm but not hard, with a slight give when gently squeezed. Fruit should be at mature size and mature-ripe—avoid waiting until it’s very soft, since ripe tomatoes can crack or invite rot. Pick regularly as soon as they ripen to keep the plant producing.