'Golden Queen' Tomato
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Sweet, fleshy, low-acid yellow tomatoes
“Golden Queen” tomato ( Solanum lycopersicum ), offered by OSC Seeds
Introduced in the early 1880s , this heirloom tomato produces beautiful, meaty , yellow tomatoes with low acidity in mid-season, weighing on average 200 to 300 g . Their sweet, thick, and flavorful flesh makes them an excellent choice for those who prefer less acidic tomatoes. Its indeterminate growth habit allows for continuous production, and the plants reach 50 to 100 cm in height, requiring good support.
Propagation: Indoor sowing or direct sowing (warm climate)
Plant height: 50–100 cm
Package size: Approximately 30 seeds
Harvest time: 80 days
Frost tolerance: Killed by frost
Companion plants: Basil, celery, marigolds
Incompatible plants: Potatoes (shared diseases)
Planting and maintenance:
Sow indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost in a light, peat-based mix. Maintain 21–24°C for rapid germination. When the seedlings are 4 cm tall, transplant them into individual pots and grow at 15–18°C until planting out. After hardening off, transplant into the garden in well-drained, organic soil in full sun. Space plants 90 cm apart, as this variety is indeterminate and requires sturdy support . Water regularly to prevent drought stress.
