Description
25 Seeds per pack
(Lycopersicon lycopersicum) 70-80 days A large yellow-orange round beefsteak tomato, higher in Vitamin C and lower in acid than many other tomato varieties. The Golden Jubilee Tomato sets forth upright and uniform indeterminate vines, making it an easy to manage variety. An excellent fresh tomato, great in salads, also for canning. Perfect for juice, due to it’s low acidity and small number of seeds.
Planting Instructions for Golden Jubilee Tomato Seeds
Start Heirloom / Open Pollinated Tomato seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date. Plant the Tomato seeds ¼” deep in sterile seed starting mix. Germination occurs in 6-14 days in soil 70-90°F. Once true leaves develop, separate Heirloom / Open Pollinated Tomato plants into 3-4″ pots, placing in full light & cooler temps (60-70°F). Set out hardened off Tomato transplants, in full sun, once soil has warmed, 18-30″ apart, in rows 3-4′ apart. Plant tall, spindly Tomato seedlings deeper, the stems will sprout roots and support and strengthen the plant. To help prevent blossom end rot, put 1 Tbs of lime, ground oyster shells, or crushed eggshells at the bottom of your planting hole. The calcium will help build strong cell walls once your heirloom tomatoes plants start producing fruit. For strong tomato plants, add 1 Tbs of aged compost and 1 Tbs of bone meal to the bottom of the hole as well.
FAQ:
What makes the Golden Jubilee Tomato unique?
The Golden Jubilee Tomato is a large, round, yellow-orange beefsteak variety known for its higher Vitamin C content and lower acidity compared to many other tomatoes. It produces flavorful fruit with a small number of seeds, making it perfect for fresh eating, salads, canning, and juice.
How long does it take for Golden Jubilee Tomatoes to mature?
Golden Jubilee Tomatoes mature in approximately 70-80 days, making them a mid-season variety ideal for gardeners seeking a steady harvest of vibrant, nutritious fruit.
What type of plant is the Golden Jubilee Tomato?
The Golden Jubilee Tomato grows on indeterminate vines that are upright and uniform, making the plant easy to manage. Its continuous growth habit ensures a steady supply of large, delicious tomatoes throughout the growing season.
How should Golden Jubilee Tomato seeds be planted?
To grow Golden Jubilee Tomatoes, start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Plant seeds ¼ inch deep in sterile seed-starting mix at 70-90°F. Germination occurs in 6-14 days. Once true leaves appear, transplant seedlings into 3- to 4-inch pots and provide full light at cooler temperatures of 60-70°F. Harden off the plants before transplanting them outdoors in full sun, spacing them 18-30 inches apart in rows 3-4 feet apart.
How can I prevent blossom end rot and ensure healthy Golden Jubilee Tomato plants?
To prevent blossom end rot, add one tablespoon of lime, ground oyster shells, or crushed eggshells to the planting hole for calcium. Improve soil fertility by including one tablespoon each of aged compost and bone meal. Plant tall or spindly seedlings deeper to promote root development along the stem, ensuring stronger plants capable of producing abundant, high-quality fruit.
Mary Hayes (verified owner) –
A real hit
Barbara K. (verified owner) –
haven’t tried it yet but I expect it to be great like all the other seeds I received
Angel Nance (verified owner) –
Delicious! This is one of my favorite tomatoes. It starts ripening pretty early and continues to produce right up to frost.