{"product_id":"tomato-seeds-salad-husky-gold","title":"Tomato Seeds - Salad - Husky Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003e65-75 Days to maturity (from transplant). \u003cem\u003eSolanum lycopersicum\u003c\/em\u003e. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/the-vegetable-growing-guide-from-true-leaf-market\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDownload Free Vegetable Growing Guide PDF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--attr--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003eSolanum lycopersicum\u003c\/em\u003e (Previously \u003cem\u003eLycopersicon esculentum\u003c\/em\u003e, however this name is no longer accepted as correct)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Annual: Not intended to overwinter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65-75 (from transplant)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.25 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Start Indoors 6-8 weeks before your last spring frost date.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomato Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Salad - Medium round tomatoes golf ball to tennis ball sized.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36-48 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warmer (70-85 F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65-85 F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHusky Gold Salad Tomato Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHusky Gold Salad Tomato Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet, mild, and low in acidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Container, Large Hanging Basket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomato Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Salads, fresh eating, small slicing, stews, soups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--endattr--\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Husky Gold Salad Tomatoes in the Vegetable Garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting Husky Gold Salad Tomatoes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHusky 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Husky Gold Salad Tomato Garden Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHusky 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHusky 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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe variety was specifically bred to combine the sweet, mild flavor of golden tomatoes with disease resistance and compact growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf 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!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTips From Our Gardeners\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"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!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7517%;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/Lara-Wadsworth.jpg?v=1656702669\" width=\"89\" height=\"89\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75.2483%;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOther Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/blogs\/articles\/how-to-choose-what-kind-of-tomato-variety-to-plant\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuide to Tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHusky Gold Salad Tomato Seeds Per Package:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e300 mg - Wholesale - Approximately 80 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.25 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 2,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 8,300 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 33,300 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 133,100 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon-GMO Husky Gold Salad Tomato seeds are available for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/shipping-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Free Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on qualifying orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split–\u003e\n--\u003e","brand":"trueleaf2","offers":[{"title":"300mg Packet","offer_id":54088115781845,"sku":"76553","price":3.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.25 Oz","offer_id":54088115814613,"sku":"76554","price":29.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/6707\/5029\/files\/1741107917_tomato_husky_gold_comp_fac0bb40-60d8-4289-9080-c2f432f19ce1.jpg?v=1781998016","url":"https:\/\/boujeeblessingsempire.com\/products\/tomato-seeds-salad-husky-gold","provider":"Boujee Blessings Empire Lacy's Got It Beauty LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}