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Sun Gold

Tomato
Zone 1a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

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Botanical illustration of Sun Gold
60d to harvest

Sweet as sunlight, Sun Gold cherry tomatoes burst with a honeyed, golden flavor and a juicy, snap-tender bite. Their warm amber skins glow on vigorous vines, delivering a delicate, aromatic texture that shines whether you’re savoring them straight from the garden or turning them into bright, glossy sauces. Prolific and reliably early at about 60 days, Sun Gold is a favorite for gardeners who want abundant, candy-like harvests in every season of the home plot.

Crop Dates

Growing note: Zone 1a has only 30 frost-free days — shorter than this crop's 60-day maturity. Outdoor planting is not viable; use protected cultivation.
MilestoneDate
Last FrostJun 15th
Growing ApproachProtected Environment Only

Crop Details

TraitValue
Days to Maturity60
Sun RequirementsFull SunFull sun
Growth HabitIndeterminate
Support NeededStake
Planting DepthDeep
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)10

Today's Conditions

Wait until soil reaches at least 60°F before transplanting Sun Gold.

Garden Alerts

Zone 1a has only 30 frost-free days — shorter than this crop's 60-day maturity. Outdoor planting is not viable; use protected cultivation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What pest problem is most common on Sun Gold tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum) and how do I control it?
Watch for tomato hornworms and aphids, which often show up as heavy leaf damage or sticky leaves/ants. Handpick hornworms when you see them, then spray with insecticidal soap or neem for aphids, repeating every 5–7 days until activity stops. Keep plants well-pruned for airflow and remove heavily infested leaves to reduce reinfestation.
How can I tell when Sun Gold tomatoes are ready to harvest?
Harvest when fruits are fully colored—deep golden-orange—without any green shoulders near the stem. They should be slightly soft when gently squeezed and should come off with a light twist rather than needing force. Pick regularly (every 1–3 days in warm weather) to prevent overripe fruit from slowing new production.
Botanical illustration of Sun Gold

Sweet as sunlight, Sun Gold cherry tomatoes burst with a honeyed, golden flavor and a juicy, snap-tender bite. Their warm amber skins glow on vigorous vines, delivering a delicate, aromatic texture that shines whether you’re savoring them straight from the garden or turning them into bright, glossy sauces. Prolific and reliably early at about 60 days, Sun Gold is a favorite for gardeners who want abundant, candy-like harvests in every season of the home plot.

Today's Conditions

Wait until soil reaches at least 60°F before transplanting Sun Gold.

Garden Alerts

Zone 1a has only 30 frost-free days — shorter than this crop's 60-day maturity. Outdoor planting is not viable; use protected cultivation.

Sowing Tips

Soil Temperature

Direct sow or transplant when soil at planting depth holds 60°F for reliable germination and early growth.

Expert Note

Start Sun Gold indoors 7 weeks before your average last spring frost, then transplant at ~8 weeks when nighttime temps are consistently warm and soil is at least 60°F for best early production.