Customer Service Hours
Mon-Fri 8-4 MST
Features
Family
Solanaceae
Native
Andes
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Further Information
Growing Conditions
Frost Sensitive
Plant Resistance
- Fusarium Wilt Resistant
- Tobacco Mosaic Virus Resistant
About Sun Gold Pole Cherry Tomato Seeds
Solanum lycopersicum (hybrid)
1" diameter, bright tangerine colored fruits in clusters of 8–14. Prone to cracking when fully ripe and well-watered. Pick when fruits begin ripening and ripen on counter to avoid cracking. Disease resistant to fusarium wilt and tobacco mosaic virus.
Planting Tomato
Days to Maturity
57 days from transplanting
Plant Spacing
A group of 3 seeds every 24"–36"
Light Required
Full sun
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Planting Depth
⅛"
Coverage & Planting Details
| Coverage | This packet yields approximately 8 plants when started inside. |
|---|---|
| Row Spacing | 36" |
| Seed Depth | ⅛" |
| Seed Spacing | A group of 3 seeds every 24"–36" |
| Thinning | When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 24"–36" |
| Germination | 5–10 days |
| Start Indoors | 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. |
| Direct Sow | For mild climates only: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 60°F. |
| Growing & Harvesting | Sun Gold' tomatoes are at the peak of sun-ripened deliciousness when golden and have a slight give when gently squeezed. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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101 reviews
- Robin H.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars5/27/26All seeds sprouted well.
All seeds sprouted well.
BIBotanical Interests6/3/26Hey Robin,
We're thrilled to hear that your Sun Gold Pole Cherry Tomato Seeds had such excellent germination! There's nothing quite like seeing all those little seedlings pop up. You're going to love those sweet, golden cherry tomatoes once they start producing - they're absolutely delicious! Thanks for sharing your Sun Gold sprouting success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Noah M.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars5/27/26Really great!
Great germination rate considering I used winter sun and no grow lights, ripening early in the season, and the plant and tomatoes are gorgeous!
BIBotanical Interests6/3/26Hey Noah,
What an incredible growing setup you have with your Sun Gold Pole Cherry Tomato Seeds! We're so impressed that you achieved such great germination using just winter sun without grow lights - that's some serious gardening skill right there! And early ripening with gorgeous plants and tomatoes? You're absolutely crushing it this season! Thanks for sharing your Sun Gold tomato success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Chris G.KY, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars5/17/26Sun gold
Did very well
Great germination
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateWho do you grow for? YourselfHow do you prefer to grow? Raised Bed - Tina D. B.CA, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars4/26/26Seeds all germinated
I’m happy to say all 10 seeds germinated as these are one of my favorite tomatoes. So sweet and make amazing pasta sauce!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateWho do you grow for? FamiliesHow do you prefer to grow? Raised BedBIBotanical Interests5/8/26Hey Tina,
We love that you got a perfect 10 out of 10 germination with our Sun Gold Pole Cherry Tomato Seeds! There's nothing quite like the satisfaction of watching every single seed sprout, especially when they're one of your favorites! We love that you're enjoying both their incredible sweetness and turning them into amazing pasta sauce! Thanks for sharing your fantastic growing success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Joe S.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars4/21/26Great germination percentage, slow shipping
The slow shipping is why I will no longer order from botanical interests
Which best describes you as a gardener? ProfessionalBIBotanical Interests5/4/26Hey Joe,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I'm thrilled to hear that the Sun Gold Pole Cherry Tomato Seeds had such great germination for you However, I completely understand your frustration with the shipping experience, and I sincerely apologize that it didn't meet your expectations.
Your feedback about our shipping times is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive if you'll give us another opportunity to shine. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️