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Cherry Tomato
Sun Gold
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Sun
full sun
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Water
Every 3 days
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Germination
8 days
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Days to harvest
57 days
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Planting depth
0.25 inches deep
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Row spacing
36 inches
When to Plant
Start indoors 6–8 wks before last frost
Growing Guide
Soil: rich, well-drained · pH 6.0–6.8
Same rich, well-drained soil as full-size tomatoes. Sun Gold is a vigorous indeterminate variety — give it adequate space and fertility.
- Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost
- Sun Gold is one of the earliest cherry tomatoes — prioritize it if you have a short season
- Train to a single or double stem for maximum fruit production
- Pinch regularly to keep manageable — plants can exceed 8 feet if unpruned
- Self-thinning of fruit clusters is normal; don't panic when small green fruits drop
Care
💧 Water every 3 days
🌿 Fertilize every 14 days
📐 Spacing: 24 inches apart · 36 inches between rows
Harvest & Storage
Ready in 57 days with a harvest window of 30 days.
- Harvest when deep golden-orange, not pale yellow — sweetness peaks at full color
- Fruit can split quickly after rain if left on vine too long in peak summer
- Pick every 2–3 days when plant is in full production — a mature Sun Gold is extraordinarily productive
- Eat fresh — these are the highest-sugar tomatoes in the catalogue and best right off the vine
Storage
Store at room temperature only. Sun Golds hold a bit better than large heirlooms — they'll keep 3–5 days but flavor is best within 24 hours of harvest.
Companion Planting
Grows well with:
basilcarrot
Keep away from:
fennel
Essential Tools
- 6-foot stake or trellis
- Soft plant ties
- Small bowl or basket for harvesting (they come off in clusters)
Pests & Diseases
- Generally resistant to many common tomato diseases. Main risk is cracking from irregular watering — consistent moisture and mulch are the best prevention.