Key facts
- Days to maturity
- 75–85 days
- Listed for
- United States
Overview
St. Pierre is a French heirloom beefsteak harvested in main season, bearing deep-red fruit of about 4 to 6 ounces, on the small side for a beefsteak type. Give the plants a stake or cage and slice the fruit fresh.
St. Pierre traits
- French heirloom beefsteak
- Deep-red fruit about 4 to 6 oz
- Main-season harvest
Good for
- Fresh slicing
- Salads
Compare with other tomato varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Pierre this page | 75–85 days | — | — |
| Amana Orange | 75–90 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Arkansas Traveler | 75–80 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Aunt Gertie's Gold | 75–95 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Aunt Ginny's Purple | 75–85 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Baby Beefsteak | 75–80 days | Indeterminate | — |
| Banana Legs | 75 days | Determinate | — |
St. Pierre FAQ
What kind of tomato is St. Pierre?
St. Pierre is a French heirloom beefsteak harvested in main season, bearing deep-red fruit of about 4 to 6 ounces, on the small side for a beefsteak type.
How many days to maturity is St. Pierre?
St. Pierre is listed at 75–85 days. Sowing and planting times are the same as for other tomato varieties, so check them in the tomato growing guide.
How does St. Pierre compare with other tomato varieties?
St. Pierre: 75–85 days. Similar tomato varieties include Amana Orange (75–90 days), Arkansas Traveler (75–80 days), Aunt Gertie's Gold (75–95 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is St. Pierre good for?
St. Pierre is grown for fresh slicing, salads.
Sowing, care and common problems
Sowing times, care and common problems are the same for every tomato variety, so they are covered once in the growing guide.
- Tomato growing guide
- How to Plant Tomatoes: Choosing Transplants and Planting Depth
- How to Prune Tomatoes: Removing Suckers, Tying In and Topping
- How Often to Water and Feed Tomato Plants
- Tomato Growing Calendar: What to Do Month by Month
- Tomato Problems: Blossom End Rot, Splitting, Blight and Wilt
- When to Pick Tomatoes and How to Store Them
- All 666 tomato varieties
Source
Source: Cornell University (CALS Garden-Based Learning)
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