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Variety Info
Days to Maturity: 45 days from transplanting
Family: Solanaceae
Type: Determinate, Cherry Tomato (Learn more)
Native: Andes
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual
Exposure: Full sun
Plant Dimensions: Plants are approximately 15"–18" tall and 18"–20" wide, depending on growing conditions.
Variety Info: 1/2-ounce, 1 ½ " wide, bright yellow, round fruits. 'Patio Choice Yellow' is a determinate type tomato, resistant to Fusarium wilt, Verticillium wilt, and tobacco mosaic virus.
Attributes: Fusarium Wilt Resistant, Verticillium Wilt Resistant, Tobacco Mosaic Virus Resistant, Good for Containers, Heat Tolerant, Humidity Tolerant, Frost Sensitive
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: For mild climates only: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 60°F.
When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting. Transplant when air temperature is 45°F or warmer, usually 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 70°–90°F.
Days to Emerge: 5–10 days
Seed Depth: 1/8"
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 24"
Row Spacing: 36"
Thinning: When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 24"
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Growing Info
Harvesting: Patio Choice Yellow' tomatoes are at the peak of sun-ripened deliciousness when bright yellow, and have a slight give when gently squeezed.
- Jean K.NE, United StatesRated 5 out of 5 stars11/5/25Insane Producers
This was my first year expanding from containers-only to an in-ground garden. I planted these in-ground and could not keep up with the amount of tomatoes they produced! They have an amazing mild flavor and don't split like red cherry tomatoes. Definitely will be ordering again for 2026!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateWho do you grow for? YourselfHow do you prefer to grow? In GroundBIBotanical Interests11/6/25Hey Jean,
Thank you so much for this fantastic 5-star review! "Insane Producers" with such amazing mild flavor is exactly what we love to hear about Patio Choice Yellow Bush Cherry Tomato Seeds - and we absolutely love that your first year expanding to in-ground growing delivered such overwhelming abundance that you couldn't keep up with the harvest!
That's exactly the kind of productive surprise that makes Patio Choice Yellow Bush Cherry Tomatoes such garden treasures! There's nothing quite like discovering how these compact bush plants can absolutely explode with production when they get that in-ground root space, and the fact that they don't split like red cherry tomatoes makes them even more rewarding for continuous harvesting throughout the season!
It's so great that you're already planning to order again for 2026 - Patio Choice Yellow Bush Cherry Tomato Seeds really are built to be those reliable overproducers that dedicated gardeners can count on for consistent, overwhelming harvests once they experience that in-ground growing advantage! Your container-to-garden expansion success and plans for future growing seasons will be so inspiring for other gardeners who want to discover just how incredibly productive and crack-resistant Patio Choice Yellow Bush Cherry Tomato Seeds can be for creating those bountiful harvests that actually become a delicious problem to have!
Keep on growing 🌻️
- Amy G.Rated 5 out of 5 stars10/27/25Excellent Production
Excellent germination and production. This was my first time growing this tomato, and I didn't have high expectations. Tomatoes have a good sweet /tomato flavor, excellent for salads or a quick garden snack. Will continue to grow.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests10/28/25Hey Amy,
Thank you so much for this fantastic 5-star review! "Excellent germination and production" is exactly what we love to hear about Patio Choice Yellow Bush Cherry Tomato Seeds - and we absolutely love that this first-time growing experience exceeded your expectations in such a wonderful way!
"Good sweet/tomato flavor" that's "excellent for salads or a quick garden snack" sounds like you discovered exactly what makes these little yellow beauties so special! There's nothing quite like that perfect balance of sweetness and classic tomato taste that makes them irresistible for popping straight into your mouth right there in the garden!
It's so exciting that you had such impressive production from these compact plants - and we're thrilled that the experience was rewarding enough that you're planning to "continue to grow" them! Your first-time growing success and flavor experience will be so inspiring for other gardeners who want to discover just how productive and delicious Patio Choice Yellow Bush Cherry Tomato Seeds can be for creating those perfect snacking harvests all season long!
Keep on growing 🌻️
- Holly S.Verified ReviewerRated 1 out of 5 stars10/2/25Disappointed
I really wanted to like these. My seeds did great, potted up well, but I got maybe 5 or 6 tomatoes from the three plants I grew. I grew them in big pots next to my raised bed tomato plants. The raised bed ones had a great yield, these did not. I won't grow these again.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests10/2/25Hey Holly,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re sorry to hear your patio bush tomatoes didn’t produce as expected. Tomato plants need sufficient nutrients—especially phosphorus and potassium—to flower and set fruit. It’s possible that the soil didn’t have enough of these nutrients as it was a smaller container than the raised bed, and a balanced tomato fertilizer could help encourage healthy flowering and fruiting. We know it’s frustrating when plants don’t perform as hoped, and we appreciate you giving our tomatoes a try. Keep on growing 🌻️
- AnnieVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars9/16/25Indeterminate? Delicious, regardless!
Last year I grew these in a container and they grew as expected, with a delicious harvest. I grew them again this year, but in raised beds. What a surprise to see how they exploded upwards! The vines on each of my three plants are easily 5-6 feet in length now in mid-Sept with good vertical trellising. I transplanted them out in early April in my zone 7a garden, and they took closer to 90 days to mature. They are performing like an indeterminate this year, with ongoing production even now, despite disease and pest pressure. I half-wondered if the seeds were mislabeled. Whatever this is, I want it again next year! It's my favorite tomato in the garden. Some of our favorite ways to enjoy it are: on salads, in pesto pasta, cooked with feta/quinoa/zucchini/herbs, in pad kee mao, tossed with onions/herbs/lime for a quick chunky salsa on nachos. Also great as a garden snack!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests9/16/25Hey Annie,
Wow, what a fantastic and detailed review! You've really highlighted something special about these Patio Choice Yellow Bush Cherry Tomatoes!
It's so interesting that you noticed the difference in growth habit between container and raised bed growing - that's exactly the kind of real-world growing insight that helps other gardeners know what to expect! Those 5-6 foot vines in your raised beds sound absolutely incredible, and the fact that they're still producing strong in mid-September despite disease and pest pressure really speaks to their resilience.
We absolutely love all the creative ways you're enjoying your harvest! From pesto pasta to pad kee mao to that quick chunky salsa - you're really making the most of those delicious little tomatoes. And honestly, there's nothing better than a great garden snacking tomato!
Thank you so much for sharing such a thorough and helpful review. Your experience with different growing conditions and all those recipe ideas will be invaluable for fellow gardeners looking to get the most out of these amazing little plants!
Keep on growing 🌻️
- WendyVerified ReviewerRated 5 out of 5 stars9/9/25Excellent little tomatoes
BI needs a better measuring tape! These grew way higher than 18", more like 3 1/2 - 4 feet!!!! And they won't quit producing. They're super-sweet, and our local groundhog loves them. At least he can't reach the higher ones! The only downside is that if we experience a sudden downpour, the fruit splits almost instantly, despite my efforts to keep them properly watered.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests9/9/25Hey Wendy,
It's incredible to hear how tall your Patio Choice Yellow Bush Cherry Tomato plants grew! Sounds like these little powerhouses had bigger plans than we advertised! 3 1/2 to 4 feet of continuous production is incredible, even if it wasn't quite what you were expecting size-wise.
We're bummed to hear how a sudden downpour splits the fruit. If you find a good way to keep your tomatoes safe from that we'd love for you to share that so others may learn. At least with how prolific these plants are, you've got plenty more coming!
Keep on growing 🌻️