Sun Gold Tomato: The Sweetest Cherry Tomato You’ll Ever Taste
Discover the Sun Gold tomato, a hybrid cherry variety that’s revolutionizing home gardens with its unparalleled sweetness and golden-orange hue. Ready to harvest in just 65 days from transplanting, this indeterminate variety boasts an exceptionally high sugar content that rivals even the beloved ‘Gardeners Delight’. Developed in the late 20th century, Sun Gold has quickly become a favorite among gardeners and chefs alike, earning prestigious accolades such as the British Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit.
Sun Gold tomatoes are perfect for fresh eating, adding a burst of sweetness to salads, or as a healthy snack right off the vine. Their tangy, citrus-like flavor profile sets them apart from other cherry tomatoes, making them ideal for culinary creations that benefit from a touch of natural sweetness. The vibrant golden-orange color not only looks stunning on the plate but also indicates high levels of beta-carotene, contributing to the tomato’s nutritional value.
These prolific plants grow vigorously, reaching heights of 6-8 feet and requiring sturdy support. Sun Gold produces abundant clusters of 10-20 fruits throughout the summer, ensuring a continuous harvest of these bite-sized delights. The fruits, averaging 2 centimeters in diameter, ripen from green to a deep golden-orange, signaling their peak flavor and readiness for picking.
Growing Success Tips:
- Plant in full sun, providing at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily
- Use a large cage or trellis for support, installed at planting time
- Water consistently and deeply, keeping soil evenly moist
- Feed regularly with a high-potash fertilizer once fruit sets
Sun Gold tomatoes offer an unmatched combination of flavor, productivity, and ease of growing, making them a must-have for any tomato enthusiast or home gardener looking to elevate their harvest.
For maximum rooting and stronger plants, consider planting Sun Gold tomatoes deep, burying the stem up to the first set of leaves.
Product Features
- Indeterminate growth habit
- 65 days to maturity from transplant
- Fruits average 2 centimeters in diameter
- Grows in clusters of 10-20 fruits
- Golden-orange color when ripe
- Spacing: 36 inches between plants
- Height: 6-8 feet at maturity
- Requires full sun (minimum 6 hours daily)
- Thrives in well-draining, fertile soil
- Benefits from regular pruning and support
Key Benefits
- Exceptionally sweet, fruity flavor
- High in vitamins A and C
- Prolific and consistent yields
- Versatile for fresh eating and cooking
