Organic 'German Yellow Cherry' tomato
Organic 'German Yellow Cherry' tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) from the seed company Gaia, a sweet, tangy, juicy and generous German yellow cherry tomato
The 'German Yellow Cherry' tomato is a traditional German variety known for its sunny sweetness , juicy crispness , and slightly peppery zest . Indeterminate and vigorous, it produces large clusters of small, round, bright yellow tomatoes throughout the season. Their vibrant flavor makes them a favorite for fresh salads, bright salsas, and garden-fresh snacks. The plants offer high and consistent yields while demonstrating excellent disease resistance , making it a reliable and easy-to-grow variety for all types of gardeners.
With its sweet and slightly tart taste, vibrant color and ability to produce relentlessly, 'German Yellow Cherry' is a true little gem of the vegetable garden.
Companion plants : Basil, parsley, carrot, asparagus, alliums, celery, borage, marigold, calendula, mint, sage, peppers, dill (until mature)
Negative plants : Potato, corn, kohlrabi, beetroot, fennel, peas, squash
Spread/carrying capacity : Undetermined, very productive
Plant height : 120 to 180 cm (4–6')
Quantity per packet : 25 seeds
Certification : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada
Special features : German variety, very disease resistant, high yield
Fruit color : Bright yellow
Fruit shape : Round cherry
Fruit size/weight : Very small
Fruit type : Yellow cherry
Texture/flesh : Juicy, sweet, slightly tangy
Farming method
Sow indoors 6 to 8 weeks before planting out . Place the seeds 3–6 mm (1/8–1/4") deep in a light potting mix and maintain a temperature of 23–29°C , ensuring germination in 5 to 10 days . Reduce water and nitrogen during the hardening-off period to produce strong seedlings.
Transplant when all risk of frost has passed. Space plants 60–90 cm (24–36") apart, with 120–180 cm (4–6') between rows. Provide full sun (level 3) and regular watering (level 3) . Sturdy staking is essential to support continuous fruiting.
Harvesting and preservation
Harvest when the fruit turns bright yellow and becomes slightly soft. To advance the harvest, pick those that have already begun to color , then let them ripen off the vine at 22°C or higher . Store between 12–21°C , at 95% relative humidity , to maintain their juicy texture and tangy sweetness.
Usage ideas
• Perfect in fresh salads , mild and bright
• Excellent as a snack , straight from the garden
• Ideal for yellow salsas and appetizer skewers
• Magnificent in trays of heirloom tomatoes , bringing brightness and contrast
The 'German Yellow Cherry' tomato is a vibrant and generous heirloom variety: sweet, slightly spicy, resistant, and ultra-productive. A must-have yellow cherry tomato to brighten up the vegetable garden and the plate.
