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Big Beef · Tomato

Zone 8a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Big Beef to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsFeb 11th
Last FrostApr 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 27th
Harvest BeginsAug 25th
Harvest EndsNov 5th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 60°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 10 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity90
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitIndeterminate
Support NeededCage
Planting DepthDeep
Germination Temp (°F)75
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)10
Expert Note: Start Big Beef early and transplant only when night temps stay ~50°F+ and soil is reliably warm (60°F+), then stake/cage early to prevent bent stems.