Amana Orange

Tomato

Zone 5a Save Garden

🌱 90d to harvest Indeterminate

Sun-warmed and richly aromatic, Amana Orange beefsteak tomatoes glow in the garden with a luminous orange-gold blush and a tender…

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Mar 20th
Last Frost	May 8th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jul 3rd
Harvest Begins	Oct 1st
Harvest Ends	Sep 30th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	90
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

Recommended Companions

Nantes Coreless Carrot

Hercules Carrot

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease most commonly affects Solanum lycopersicum (tomatoes), and what should I do if I see it?

Look for early blight (dark concentric spots on lower leaves) or leaf spotting that worsens in humid weather. Remove heavily affected lower leaves, improve airflow by spacing plants, and water at the base so foliage stays dry. If the problem spreads, spray a labeled fungicide for tomatoes and repeat according to the label timing.

How often should I water Amana Orange tomatoes during the main growing phase?

During fruiting, keep soil consistently evenly moist—about 1–1.5 inches (2.5–4 cm) of water per week, adjusting for heat and rainfall. Water deeply at the soil line 1–3 times per week rather than frequent light watering, because tomatoes in Solanum lycopersicum fruit best when moisture is steady. Mulch around plants to reduce surface drying and help prevent blossom-end rot.

How do I tell when Amana Orange tomatoes are ready to harvest?

Harvest when fruits are fully colored to a mature orange (with no green shoulders) and feel firm but not hard when gently squeezed. At ~90 days to maturity for Solanum lycopersicum, you should be picking regularly once plants start setting color. Pick at peak ripeness for best sweetness—overripe fruits can split or soften quickly.

Sun-warmed and richly aromatic, Amana Orange beefsteak tomatoes glow in the garden with a luminous orange-gold blush and a tender, juicy flesh. Each fruit is broad and weighty, with a pleasantly meaty bite and a sweet-tang balance that shines in fresh salads, on sandwiches, and in vibrant sauces. At about 90 days from sowing, this standout variety rewards home gardeners with showy color and bold flavor all season long.

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 7 weeks before your last frost, then transplant only when nights are consistently ~50°F+ and soil is warm to avoid cold-stunting beefsteaks.