The Watermelon Beefsteak tomato is a pink-skinned, heirloom variety known for its large, juicy, sweet-flavored fruit that is ideal for slicing. Introduced in the 1950s, it is a tall, indeterminate plant that thrives in full sun and needs sturdy support, producing large fruits that can weigh up to 1-2 pounds.
Seed Count: .085 approx. 35+ seeds
Starting Seeds Indoors
- Timing: Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your last expected frost date.
- Sowing: Plant seeds about 1/4 inch deep in a sterile seed-starting mix.
- Temperature & Light: Maintain a soil temperature between 70-90°F for germination. Once true leaves appear, provide ample light from a sunny window or grow lights and keep them in a slightly cooler temperature of 60-70°F.
- Transplanting: Once seedlings have their first true leaves, transplant them into larger 3-4 inch pots to develop strong root systems.
