When to Plant Beefsteak Tomato in New York
State
New York
Cities Covered
1612
USDA Zones
4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b
Plant Type
Indoor Start
📅 Planting Calendar for New York
Based on New York City (Zone 7b). Dates may vary by city.
Note: New York spans multiple zones (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b). Select your city below for more precise dates.
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Growing Beefsteak Tomato in New York
Beefsteak Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is a popular garden vegetable in New York. The state spans USDA Hardiness Zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, so planting dates can vary significantly depending on your location.
For most of New York, you should start Beefsteak Tomato seeds indoors around Sunday, February 22, 2026, then transplant outdoors around Sunday, April 19, 2026.
For the most accurate planting dates, enter your ZIP code on our homepage or select your city from the list above.