Tomato Seeds,
Watermelon Beefsteak
Min. 10 seeds
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Description
An exquisitely gourmet heirloom that was nearly lost to the sands of time. Perhaps the best-tasting pink tomato we have ever eaten, this variety is a winner for its refreshing flavor. This super sweet 19th century heirloom has a flavor and color truly reminiscent of watermelon -- the resemblance is uncanny! The large beefsteaks weigh about 1-2 pounds each and are borne in profusions on 4-to-5 foot tall plants. Super prolific, easy to grow and mighty fine flavor! We love to scoop the firm meaty flesh with a melon baller for salads and snacking. Mentioned in Gleckler’s Seedsman catalog of Metamora, Ohio in 1958, where it is described as “an old variety that has been grown for nearly a century, but now practically extinct. It was found in the hands of only a few neighbors in a town of West Virginia.”
Growing Tips: Start indoors 6-10 weeks before last frost. Heat mat helps to warm soil and speed germination.
Plant Details
- Botanical Name
- Solanum lycopersicum
- Sun Requirement
- 8–12 hr.
- Days to Germinate
- 7–14
- Planting Depth
- ⅛ in.
- Plant Spacing
- 24 in.
- Ideal Temperature
- 75–95°F
- Frost Hardy
- No
Growing Guide
When to Grow
FAQ
Why is it called Watermelon Beefsteak?
The flavor and color are truly reminiscent of watermelon, and the resemblance is uncanny. It is a super sweet pink tomato with refreshing flavor, and the firm, meaty flesh is lovely scooped with a melon baller for salads and snacking.
How large are the fruit and the plants?
The large beefsteaks weigh about 1 to 2 pounds each and are borne in profusion on plants 4 to 5 feet tall. The variety is super prolific and easy to grow.
What is the history of this heirloom?
It is a 19th century heirloom that was nearly lost to the sands of time. It is mentioned in the Gleckler Seedsman catalog of Metamora, Ohio in 1958, where it is described as an old variety that had been grown for nearly a century but was by then practically extinct, found in the hands of only a few neighbors in a town in West Virginia.
