Gold Nugget Cherry Tomato represents a distinctive heirloom cultivar developed through systematic breeding at Oregon State University by Dr. James Baggett, combining early maturity, prolific production, and exceptional flavor in a compact determinate plant architecture. This variety produces densely branched plants with concentrated fruit set, delivering abundant harvests of round-to-slightly-oval cherry tomatoes averaging approximately one ounce per fruit. The distinctive deep yellow coloration provides visual distinction from conventional red cherry varieties, adding aesthetic diversity to fresh preparations and mixed tomato displays. The flavor profile emphasizes well-balanced sweetness with subtle complexity, delivering a satisfying taste experience that appeals to fresh consumption and snacking applications. A notable characteristic distinguishes Gold Nugget among cherry tomato varieties: many early-season fruits develop with minimal or no seed content, reducing the seed cavity prominence and maximizing usable flesh—an unusual trait that enhances eating quality and culinary versatility. 

Germination Rate: 99%. Test Date: 7/25. TLM,

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We cannot possibly put all the directions you need for growing cherry tomatoes in your area on the seed package. We recommend that you read articles or check with other gardeners in your area.

This is an heirloom seed, meaning it has been passed down from generation to generation for at least 75 years. As a rule, heirloom seeds taste better and will grow the same year after year.

These are also open pollinated meaning they will reproduce themselves. While all heirlooms are open pollinated not all open pollinated seeds are heirlooms.