Beefsteak Tomato - Quebec Seeds | Les Semis de la Seigneurie

The queen of large, meaty tomatoes for your sandwiches and salads!

The Beefsteak tomato is THE classic variety for lovers of large, juicy tomatoes. Grown at Semis de la Seigneurie, this tomato produces massive 300-500g fruits with dense, flavorful flesh. Perfect for thick slices in sandwiches, burgers, and salads, it's a sure bet that thrives in Quebec.

Why choose the Beefsteak tomato from Semis de la Seigneurie?

✅ Seeds produced in Quebec – Adapted to zone 4b, without chemical pesticides

✅ Large, fleshy fruits – 300-500g per tomato, perfect for slicing

✅ Classic, balanced flavor – Sweet with just enough acidity

✅ Generous production – Vigorous plants that produce all summer long

✅ Reliable variety – Thrives in our Quebec climate

Culture in Quebec (zone 4b and above)

Beefsteak tomatoes can be grown in the ground or in large pots (minimum 20L). Start your seedlings indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost (early April for Gatineau/Outaouais). Transplant after all risk of frost has passed to a sunny, sheltered location. The plants will reach 120-180 cm in height and require sturdy staking to support the weight of the large fruit.

Producer's advice

💚 Sturdy staking essential – very heavy fruit

🍅 Prune the suckers to concentrate energy on the fruit

💧 Water regularly to prevent fruit from cracking

🌿 Mulch the soil to retain moisture and prevent disease

Culinary uses

The Beefsteak tomato is perfect in thick slices for sandwiches, burgers, and salads. It's also excellent in a Caprese salad, on pizzas, or simply with salt and pepper. Its dense flesh makes it an ideal tomato for recipes where you want beautiful, firm slices!

🌱 CULTURE

Indoor sowing:

• Start 6-8 weeks before the last frost (early April for the Outaouais region)
• Germination temperature: 20-25°C
• Germination: 5-10 days
• Depth: 0.5 cm

Transplantation:

• After all risk of frost (late May-early June in Quebec)
• Spacing: 60-90 cm between plants
• Rich, well-drained soil, pH 6.0-7.0
• Exposure: full sun (minimum 6-8 hours/day)
• Bury the stem up to the first leaves

Interview :

• Water regularly and deeply (soil moist but not waterlogged).
• Mulch is recommended to retain moisture.
• Fertilize every 2-3 weeks (potassium-rich fertilizer)
• Solid support is essential (cage or support).
• Prune the suckers regularly

Harvest :

• 75-85 days after transplantation
• Pick when the fruits are bright red and slightly soft.
• Harvesting continues until the first frosts.
• Handle with care (fragile fruit)

Adaptation to the Quebec climate:

✅ Performs very well in zone 4b

✅ Indeterminate variety (continuous growth)

✅ Locally tested by Les Semis de la Seigneurie

🌟 MAIN FEATURES

• Common name: Beefsteak tomato
• Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum
• Type: Indeterminate tomato (continuous growth)
• Fruit weight: 300-500g
• Color when ripe: Bright red
• Shape: Round, slightly flattened
• Plant height: 120-180 cm
• Days to maturity: 75-85 days after transplanting
• Flavor: Mild, balanced, classic
• Uses: Fresh slices, sandwiches, salads
• Hardiness zone: Annual (all zones)
• Seed origin: Produced in Quebec by Les Semis de la Seigneurie
• Free from chemical pesticides

💡 SUGGESTIONS FOR USE

In the kitchen:

• 🍔 Burgers and sandwiches – Thick and juicy slices
• 🥗 Salads – In wedges or slices
• 🧀 Caprese salad – Tomato, mozzarella, basil
• 🍕 Pizza topping – Fresh slices after baking
• 🥪 Classic BLT – Bacon, lettuce, tomato
• 🧂 Plain – Simply with salt, pepper and olive oil

Conservation :

• At room temperature until fully ripe
• Never refrigerate (loss of flavour)
• Consume within 3-5 days of harvest
• Can be frozen in slices or puréed