Gold Nugget Cherry Tomato brings a bright harvest of deep-yellow cherry tomatoes to the garden. Developed through breeding work at Oregon State University, this heirloom variety forms a compact determinate plant with dense branching, concentrated fruit set, and abundant round to slightly oval tomatoes averaging about 1 ounce each. The golden fruits offer a balanced sweetness with gentle complexity, making them especially satisfying for snacking, salads, and colorful mixed-tomato plates. Its compact habit is well suited to garden beds, raised beds, and containers where a productive, early-season tomato can shine. This packet contains 100 non-GMO, heirloom seeds.

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

Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 75%

Why Choose Gold Nugget Cherry Tomato

• Deep Golden Color: Harvest sunny yellow cherry tomatoes that bring contrast and visual appeal to salads, snack trays, and mixed tomato bowls.
• Balanced Sweet Flavor: Enjoy round, juicy fruits with a pleasant sweetness and mild complexity for fresh eating.
• Compact Determinate Habit: Grow a concentrated crop on a manageable plant that fits well in containers, raised beds, and smaller gardens.
• Prolific Fruit Set: Dense branching and concentrated clusters can provide an abundant supply of approximately 1-ounce tomatoes during the harvest season.
• Versatile Kitchen Tomato: Use the golden fruits fresh, cooked, preserved, or mixed with red and dark varieties for colorful meals.

Planting Tips for Success

• Start at the Right Time: Begin seeds indoors several weeks before the last expected frost, or sow outdoors once the soil has warmed and frost danger has passed.
• Provide Full Sun: Choose a site with at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight for strong growth, better fruit production, and rich color.
• Plant in Rich Soil: Work compost or well-aged organic matter into fertile, well-drained soil before planting. Tomatoes perform best when roots have consistent access to moisture and nutrients.
• Transplant Deeply: Bury part of the stem when transplanting, removing lower leaves if needed, so the plant can develop a stronger root system.
• Give Support: Even compact determinate plants benefit from a tomato cage, stake, or other support to keep fruit off the soil and improve airflow.
• Water Consistently: Water deeply at the soil line and keep moisture even. Mulch around the plant to reduce evaporation and help limit soil splash.
• Feed for Fruit: Apply a balanced tomato fertilizer according to label directions, avoiding excessive nitrogen that can encourage leaves at the expense of fruit.
• Allow Airflow: Space plants appropriately and remove damaged foliage promptly. Avoid wetting leaves late in the day.
• Harvest at Peak Color: Pick fruits when they have developed their deep golden-yellow color and yield slightly to gentle pressure for the best fresh flavor.
• Container Growing: Use a large container with drainage holes, quality potting mix, and regular watering. Check container plants frequently during hot weather.

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Cooking Methods

• Fresh Snacking: Eat ripe golden tomatoes straight from the garden for a sweet, juicy snack.
• Salads: Halve the fruits and combine them with greens, herbs, cucumber, cheese, or a light vinaigrette.
• Roasting: Roast with olive oil, garlic, and herbs to concentrate the natural sweetness and create a colorful side dish.
• Sautéing: Cook briefly in a hot pan until the skins soften, then serve with grains, eggs, vegetables, or pasta.
• Salsas and Relishes: Dice the yellow fruits with peppers, onion, herbs, and citrus for a bright fresh salsa or relish.
• Preserving: Freeze, dry, pickle, or preserve a generous harvest according to a tested recipe and safe food-handling practices.

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Grow a compact, productive plant loaded with sweet golden cherry tomatoes for snacking, salads, roasting, and colorful summer meals.

Nutritional Information

Approximate nutrition for 1 cup of raw cherry tomatoes. Values vary with growing conditions, harvest maturity, and serving size.

• Calories: 27
• Total Fat: 0.3 g
• Sodium: 7 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 5.8 g
• Dietary Fiber: 1.8 g
• Total Sugars: 3.9 g
• Protein: 1.3 g
• Vitamin C: Approximately 28% Daily Value
• Vitamin A: Approximately 16% Daily Value
• Potassium: Approximately 10% Daily Value

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Plant size, fruit size, color, flavor, maturity, yield, and performance vary with climate, soil, light, temperature, moisture, and care.
• Seed Storage: Store unused seeds in a cool, dry place away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.
• Planting Zones: Plant outdoors after frost danger has passed and follow local planting dates. In hot climates, provide consistent moisture and afternoon protection when needed.
• Food Safety: Wash harvested tomatoes before eating. Use safe, tested procedures when preserving or storing produce.

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