Tomato Seeds - Salad - Husky Gold

65-75 Days to maturity (from transplant). Solanum lycopersicum. Husky Gold Salad Tomato Seeds. Non-GMO, warm season annual, F1 hybrid, 1993 AAS winner, indeterminate, salad tomato. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, greenhouses, containers, and large hanging baskets. Produces 3-4 inch 6-ounce yellow fruits on semi-dwarf plants with potato leaves. Resistant to fusarium wilt and verticillium wilt. Husky Gold Salad Tomatoes are perfect for gardeners seeking a compact plant with a unique and attractive fruit color. It’s a great choice for urban gardeners, small families, or anyone who wants fresh tomatoes without needing sprawling garden space. The sweet, low-acidity flavor also appeals to many palates, including those who find traditional red tomatoes too tart. ~8,300 seeds/oz.

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• Latin Name: Solanum lycopersicum (Previously Lycopersicon esculentum, however this name is no longer accepted as correct)
• Hardiness Zone: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Annual: Not intended to overwinter
• Days to Maturity: 65-75 (from transplant)
• Days to Germination: 7-10
• Seeding Depth: 0.25 inch
• Direct Sow: No
• Start Indoors: Yes. Start Indoors 6-8 weeks before your last spring frost date.
• Tomato Type: Salad - Medium round tomatoes golf ball to tennis ball sized.
• Plant Spacing: 18-24 inches
• Row Spacing: 36 inches
• Plant Height: 36-48 inches
• Plant Width: 24 inches
• Plant Spread: 24 inches
• Growth Habit: Indeterminate - Indeterminate tomatoes are vine-type plants that sprawl (requiring a cage or trellis to support them) and continue to grow throughout the season. Indeterminate tomato plants will continue to produce tomatoes for the rest of the season, so you can harvest continually.
• Growth Speed: Mid - Ready to harvest 70 to 80 days from transplant. Tricky to get a tomato by the 4th of July with these varieties. They are good mid-summer producers for most USDA Zones.
• Soil Preference: Well-draining, loose (sandy loam), slightly acidic (6.2 to 6.8), and moisture retaining. Too much nitrogen in the soil may lead to more foliage production and less fruiting. Tomatoes like more phosphorus and potassium than other vegetables.
• Temperature Preference: Warmer (70-85 F)
• Germination Temperature: 65-85 F
• Light Preference: Full Sun
• Pests and Diseases: Resistant to fusarium wilt and verticillium wilt. Common pests known to harm tomato plants, in general, include the tomato hornworm, cutworm, aphids, flea beetles, tomato fruit worms, and whiteflies. Also, watch for common diseases such as blossom end rot, fusarium wilt, powdery mildew, verticillium wilt, late blight, bacterial canker/spot, and tobacco mosaic virus. Most of these can be prevented by maintaining a regular watering schedule and avoiding overwatering. Regularly check your plants for pest damage throughout the season. For treating pest and disease problems, we recommend using an organic neem-based product.
• Husky Gold Salad Tomato Color: Yellow
• Husky Gold Salad Tomato Flavor: Sweet, mild, and low in acidity
• Garden Size: Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Container, Large Hanging Basket
• Tomato Use: Salads, fresh eating, small slicing, stews, soups
• Climate Tolerance:

Growing Husky Gold Salad Tomatoes in the Vegetable Garden

Start by sowing seeds indoors about 6-8 weeks before your last expected frost date. Fill small pots or seed trays with a quality seed-starting mix, and plant the seeds about 0.25 inches deep. Lightly water the soil and keep it consistently moist but not waterlogged. Place the trays in a warm area (70-80 F) with bright light, either from a sunny windowsill or grow lights positioned 2-3 inches above the seedlings. We recommend using a heat mat for better germination.

Once seedlings emerge (typically in 7-10 days), keep them under grow lights for 14-16 hours daily and ensure good air circulation to prevent damping off. Slowly raise the grow light to accommodate seedling growth while maintaining a close proximity. Transplant into a larger pot if they become too large for their initial seed starting container but you are not ready to transplant outdoors. Harden off the plants a week before transplanting outside by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions. Plant them in your garden or large containers after the danger of frost has passed, spacing them about 18-24 inches apart. Choose a sunny spot with well-draining soil enriched with compost or a balanced fertilizer.

Throughout the growing season, keep the soil evenly moist by watering deeply once or twice a week. Mulch around the base of the plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Since Husky Gold is a determinate variety, its compact growth doesn’t require much pruning, but staking or caging the plants provides extra support as they produce heavy clusters of fruit. Fertilize every 3-4 weeks for the best results. Avoid using nitrogen-rich types once fruit begins to form as this could result in the overproduction of foliage and reduce fruiting. Companion plants like basil, marigolds, and chives can deter pests and enhance growth.

Harvesting Husky Gold Salad Tomatoes

Husky Gold Salad Tomatoes are ready to harvest when the fruits are fully ripened to a deep golden-yellow color and feel slightly soft to the touch. Most fruits reach maturity 65-75 days after transplanting. Pick tomatoes by gently twisting them off the vine or using pruning shears to avoid damaging the plant. As an indeterminate variety, you can expect to harvest throughout the season.

About Husky Gold Salad Tomato Garden Seeds

Husky Gold tomatoes won the prestigious All American Selections award in their vegetable category in 1993. It was recognized for having a good yield on a healthy vine with minimal pruning required to maintain a good size.

Husky Gold Salad Tomatoes were bred by Burpee in the late 20th century as part of their effort to create compact, patio-friendly tomato varieties with high yields

They belong to the "Husky" series, known for dwarf or semi-dwarf plants ideal for small gardens, containers, and hanging baskets. These semi-dwarf plants grow to about 3–4 feet tall, maintaining a tidy appearance without sprawling vines, making them a favorite for urban gardeners.

The variety was specifically bred to combine the sweet, mild flavor of golden tomatoes with disease resistance and compact growth.

You can grow it in a 5-gallon or larger container with a sturdy cage for support. The plant’s semi-dwarf nature ensures that you won’t have to deal with long vines or staking beyond basic maintenance, and its bushy, compact size makes it easy to manage in tight spaces.

If you’re looking for a versatile, easy-to-grow tomato that’s as ornamental as it is delicious, Husky Gold is a fantastic choice for gardeners of all experience levels!

Tips From Our Gardeners

"Golden tomatoes like Husky Gold are often lower in acidity than their red counterparts, offering a sweeter taste perfect for fresh salads or light cooking. If you have acid reflux and struggle to eat tomatoes, try a golden variety!"

- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer

Other Resources

• Guide to Tomatoes

Husky Gold Salad Tomato Seeds Per Package:

• 300 mg - Wholesale - Approximately 80 Seeds
• 0.25 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 2,000 Seeds
• 1 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 8,300 Seeds
• 4 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 33,300 Seeds
• 1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 133,100 Seeds

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