Supersteak

Tomato

90d to harvest

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.

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Mar 25th
Last Frost	May 13th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jul 8th
Harvest Begins	Oct 6th
Harvest Ends	Sep 27th

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

Recommended Companions

Mammoth Basil

Taishan Yellow Marigold

Kuroda Improved Carrot

Variegated Basil Basil

Red Cored Chantenay Carrot

Fireball Marigold

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.