Supersteak

Family: Solanaceae Nightshade

Planting Schedule

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Sink your fork into Supersteak’s richly meaty flesh—sun-warmed, sweet-tart, and deeply tomato-forward with a classic beefsteak juiciness.

Expect a substantial, smooth-skinned fruit that holds its shape beautifully, with a satisfying, velvety bite and generous interior chambers. Grow Supersteak for standout slicing and showy garden-to-table plates, where its bold flavor shines in fresh salads, hearty sandwiches, and thick, spoonable sauces.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 90 DaysHabit: Indeterminate

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Supersteak 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

Supersteak’s meaty, smooth fruit is built for slicing: it holds shape while still delivering juicy, velvety chambers. Use it like a centerpiece—less fuss, hotter heat, and sharper salt/acid so the sweet-tart beefsteak flavor reads clean on the palate.

Best Uses

thick slice sandwiches where it won’t collapse—layer it under mayo or aioli so it stays toothsome
fork-sliced tomato salad with minimal dressing (olive oil, salt, sherry vinegar) so the velvety chambers shine
spoonable, reduced tomato sauce for pasta—let it simmer to a silkier consistency without tasting watery
char-grill or broil slices and use the caramelized edges for burgers and bowls

Flavor Profile

sweet-tart tomato tang deep, beefsteak-forward savoriness velvety, juicy flesh with a substantial bite high interior yield with juicy chambers

Kitchen Pairings

aged balsamic vinegar garlic olive oil mozzarella black pepper salted cured meats

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the most common disease problem for Solanum lycopersicum (tomato) like “Supersteak,” and how do I stop it?

Watch for early blight (brown, concentric spots on older leaves) and manage it early by removing the worst leaves as soon as you spot lesions. Keep foliage dry by watering at the soil line, spacing plants for airflow, and applying a label-appropriate copper or chlorothalonil-based fungicide at the first sign and again as directed. Don’t compost diseased leaves; bag and discard them to prevent reinfection.

How often should I water Supersteak tomatoes during peak growth, and what soil moisture level should I aim for?

During the main growth and fruit set phase, water deeply about 2–3 times per week so the root zone stays evenly moist but not soggy. Aim for roughly 1–1.5 inches (2.5–4 cm) of water per week total, increasing during hot spells and reducing if the soil stays wet. Mulch around the plants helps prevent the wet-dry swings that trigger blossom-end rot and splitting.

How do I tell when Supersteak tomato fruit is ready to harvest?

Harvest when fruits reach full color (deep, uniform red for typical Supersteak types), feel slightly firm, and easily detach with a gentle twist. For best eating quality, pick when the shoulders are fully colored and the fruit has reached its mature size—waiting until they become soft increases risk of cracking and overripe flavor. Check daily once fruits start ripening since summer tomatoes can go from ripe to overripe quickly.