When to Plant Beefsteak Tomato in ZIP 85288, Unknown (85288)
Location
ZIP 85288, Unknown
ZIP Code
85288
USDA Zone
9b
Last Frost
Wednesday, February 10, 2027
📅 Planting Calendar
Start Seeds Indoors Wednesday, December 30, 2026
Transplant Outdoors Wednesday, February 24, 2027
Pro Tip: Start Beefsteak Tomato seeds indoors 6 weeks before your last frost date for best results.
🌿 Plant Details
Scientific Name Solanum lycopersicum
Days to Maturity 85 days
Mature Height 60-96"
Spread 36"
Type Indeterminate
Fruit Size Large (10-16 oz)
☀️ Growing Requirements
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Sun
Full Sun (6-8 hours)
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Water
Regular (1-2 inches/week)
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Spacing
36" apart
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Planting Depth
0.25" deep
Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days
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Growing Beefsteak Tomato in Zone 9b
Beefsteak Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is a popular garden vegetable. In ZIP 85288, Unknown, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9b, you should start seeds indoors around Wednesday, December 30, 2026.
Your average last frost date is Wednesday, February 10, 2027. Plan to transplant your Beefsteak Tomato seedlings outdoors around Wednesday, February 24, 2027, about 2 weeks after your last frost date.