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Growing Mountain Gold Slicer Tomatoes in the Vegetable Garden

Begin seeds indoors 7-9 weeks before your estimated final spring frost date. Use a well-draining potting or germinating mix to start the seeds. Plant two seeds per cell and cover the seeds. Water them in with a gentle stream such as a mister or spray bottle to avoid rinsing the seeds away. Water regularly and use a clear plastic dome to increase humidity and moisture. As soon as the first seedling emerges, ensure the tray receives full sun either in a sunny windowsill or with grow lights positioned a few inches above the tray. If using, remove the greenhouse dome once the seedlings have developed true leaves. Thin the seedlings to one per cell by removing the weaker seedlings when they have reached two inches tall. Fertilize once they have two sets of true leaves. Transplant the seedlings into larger, 4 or 6-inch pots once their root systems have developed beyond the starting cell’s capacity but a few weeks before they can be moved outdoors. Using biodegradable pots will make transplantation into the garden quicker.

Practice crop rotations to avoid soil-borne diseases and resource depletion. Before transplanting into your garden soil, the seedlings should be hardened off gradually to acclimate to the sunnier, windier conditions. Transplant the seedlings into the garden once the danger of frost has passed. Bury a calcium supplement in the soil beneath the seedlings. Bury most of the stems to encourage more root development. Leave at least one good set of leaves at the top. Remove the lower leaves that can’t reach the sunlight or might be buried and any suckers growing in between fruit-bearing branches. Fertilize with compost, worm castings, or another granular fertilizer when planting into the garden. Optionally, use a sturdy structure like a tomato cage to support the growing plant. Prune the bush periodically throughout the season to remove suckers and bottom leaves. Fertilize once more in mid-season. The best soil pH is between 6.2 and 6.8. Water regularly to ensure proper nutrient uptake and avoidance of disease. Stay away from standing water at the roots. Limit disease spread by avoiding water or mud on the leaves. Protect the plants from any cool weather; they are not cold-tolerant. Garden quilts or other protections can be used if cool weather below 50 F is expected.

Harvesting Mountain Gold Slicer Tomatoes

Tomatoes are ready to harvest when entirely yellow with no green left on the fruit. Gently clip or twist the fruit off the stem. Mountain Gold is a determinate bush with fruit ready to harvest once or twice before the end of the season. No matter the timeline, they will cease producing at the last frost, and all remaining fruits should be picked before the frost falls.

About Mountain Gold Slicer Tomato Garden Seeds

Mountain Gold tomato plants are wonderful for a variety of growing locations, including raised beds, large containers (at least 10 gallons), fields, greenhouses, and more. Ensure they get full sun and regular watering patterns.

Tomatoes are great sources of vitamin C, even after being processed for preservation. They are a great way to ensure proper nutrient consumption throughout the winter. Tomatoes are also low in fats and sugars, making them an easy addition to various diets with numerous restrictions.

Determinate tomatoes are easier to grow in smaller spaces. They grow to one set size during the season, while indeterminate varieties continue to grow until the frost. This results in just one or two large harvests from determinate varieties. Perfect for home preservation or sharing with friends and family. Determinate varieties are also less likely to need structural support during growth but can still benefit from it sometimes.

Mountain Gold plants produce deep yellow tangerine, 3.5 in. fruits with mild to low acidic flavor. They are superior in both appearance and holding quality. The low acidity fo this variety makes it possible for even those with acid reflux and similar issues to enjoy these delicious fruits.

Tips From Our Gardeners

"If you have struggled to grow tomatoes in the past and you’re not sure why, I would recommend getting a soil test done at the beginning of the season. This will indicate the pH level and which nutrients may be abundant or low. Tomatoes tend to be sensitive to certain nutrient levels."

- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer

Other Resources

• Guide to Tomatoes

Mountain Gold Slicer Tomato Seeds Per Package:

• 300 mg packet - Approximately 65 Seeds
• .25 oz - Approximately 1,700 Seeds
• 1 oz - Approximately 6,800 Seeds
• 4 oz - Approximately 27,200 Seeds
• 1 lb - Approximately 108,800 Seeds

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