Georgia Streak

Tomato

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Botanical illustration of Georgia Streak

🌱 85d to harvest Indeterminate

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Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Nov 13th
Last Frost	Jan 1st
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Feb 26th
Harvest Begins	May 22nd
Harvest Ends	Dec 31st

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	85
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Indeterminate
Support Needed	Stake
Planting Depth	Deep
Germination Temp (°F)	75
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	10

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Frequently Asked Questions

My Solanum lycopersicum (tomato) “Georgia Streak” has brown spots with fuzzy growth on leaves—what disease is this and how do I stop it?

This pattern is often early blight or late blight, which thrives in wet foliage. Remove badly infected leaves immediately, water at the soil line (not on the leaves), and increase airflow by spacing plants and avoiding crowded cages. If the problem keeps spreading, spray a labeled fungicide for tomatoes and repeat according to the label schedule.

How often should I water Solanum lycopersicum during the main growing phase to prevent cracking and blossom-end rot?

During active fruiting (roughly mid-season through maturity), keep soil evenly moist with about 1–1.5 inches of water per week, adjusting for heat and container size. Water deeply 2–3 times per week instead of frequent light splashes, and aim for consistent moisture to reduce fruit cracking. Mulch helps stabilize moisture, which also reduces the calcium imbalance that causes blossom-end rot.

How can I tell when my Solanum lycopersicum “Georgia Streak” is ready to harvest?

Harvest when fruit has reached its mature size and shows full “Georgia Streak” coloration—green-to-yellow stripes fading into the ripe base color with firm, slightly yielding skin. For best flavor, pick when the shoulders are no longer green and the fruit easily separates with a gentle twist. Mature plants take about 85 days from transplanting to harvest, depending on conditions.

Sink your senses into Georgia Streak’s sun-warmed, tangy-sweet flavor—bright with a gentle, juicy snap and a classic slicing tomato richness. The fruit forms large, elegant rounds with a smooth, firm flesh and a striking striped blush of red over gold, offering a satisfying bite and beautiful color in every harvest. Grow Georgia Streak for bold, fresh market-style slices and for vibrant sauces that showcase its distinctive streaked personality.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 60°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 10 days first.

Expert Note

Start seeds indoors in warm conditions, then transplant only after both the frost risk is over and nighttime temperatures are consistently warm to protect from cool-soil stress.