Gold Nugget Tomato Seeds

Only 60 days to maturity. Heirloom. Determinate. Container friendly. Open pollinated, non-GMO, high germination. These Gold Nugget tomato seeds are an award-winning variety of cherry tomato. Known internationally for its unparalleled sweetness and early yields. You’ll love the thin skin and tender texture of these cherry tomatoes. They are juicy and somewhat sweet with low acidity. The grape-like clusters of 1″ golden fruit will brighten up any garden or patio. Gold Nugget plants are compact only reaching about 36″ in height so they are excellent for growing in containers. The fruit clusters of determinate tomatoes like these will ripen all at once, good for those seeking to can. Fruit may be ripe and ready to harvest even when the shoulders have not changed color yet. Good for snacking and salads.

The Gold Nugget tomato was developed in the 1980’s by Oregon State University, specifically bred for cooler climates, and is the winner of the Award of Garden Merit by England’s Royal Horticultural Society’s (RHS). Although tolerant of cool weather they are also said to be abundant when grown in warmer conditions as well. Gold Nugget tomato seeds will grow plants that are dependable producers and likely the first to ripen in your garden.

Starting Gold Nugget Tomato Seeds Indoors

You should start these seeds indoors at least 6-8 weeks before the last frost for an abundant harvest. Sow seeds in damp, not soggy, potting soil at a depth of about 1/4″ or so. The ideal temperature of the potting soil is about 70-75F for good germination which usually occurs in 7-14 days. Use of a humidity dome will ensure the potting soil doesn’t dry out before the seedlings can sprout. Use of a grow light is recommended once the seedlings break the soil. Light coming in a window will not suffice, the young plants will lean and get leggy. You may be interested in this video about how to start tomato seeds indoors. We also offer varieties of indeterminate cherry tomato seeds as well.