🟡 Golden Queen (Goldene Königin) – heirloom tomato variety from Germany, seeds

🟡 Golden Queen (Goldene Königin) – heirloom tomato variety from Germany, seeds

The tomato Golden Queen (Goldene Königin) is an old heirloom variety from Germany, known for its bright yellow fruits, mild flavor, and very low acidity.

It is a classic European tomato variety, highly valued by gardeners and seed collectors. Suitable for those who want to grow a reliable, visually striking tomato with a pleasant, mild taste.

🕰 History and origin

Golden Queen (Goldene Königin) is one of those old tomato varieties that has been preserved to this day with its original flavor and appearance.

The tomato Golden Queen (Goldene Königin) is an heirloom variety from Germany, known among gardeners since the 19th century.

It originated at a time when tomatoes in Europe, including Germany, were only beginning to be used as a food crop. Before that, they were often grown as ornamental plants – for their bright fruits, as a rare and, for its time, very special tomato.

Yellow tomatoes were rarer than red ones at that time, which is why such varieties were especially appreciated and featured in seed catalogs.

The name “Goldene Königin” (“Golden Queen”) reflects both the color of the fruit and how this variety was perceived – as expressive and special for its time.

This is an heirloom variety that has been preserved through generations without hybridization. This means you can safely collect seeds from these tomatoes, and they will retain the characteristics of the variety.

Today, this variety is a rarity, mainly grown by seed collectors and gardeners who appreciate old, time-tested varieties.

🌿 Variety characteristics

Indeterminate (tall-growing) tomato.
Height: 1.5–2 m
Ripening time: ~70–80 days after transplanting
Yield: approximately 2–4 kg per plant
Self-pollinating variety
An old and valuable German heirloom variety

🟡 Tomato flavor

Mild, without pronounced acidity
Juicy, pleasant flesh
Light, natural aroma
Medium-sized, evenly shaped fruits ~80–150 g

This variety is especially suitable for those who prefer milder-tasting tomatoes.

🌱 Sowing and growing tomato seedlings

Sowing:

In Northern Europe: early March – early April. If tomato seedlings are grown on a windowsill, it is important to avoid cold drafts from the window, as they can cool the soil and promote disease development. It is recommended to ensure consistent warmth in the substrate.

In Southern Europe: February–March

Sow seeds at a depth of 0.5–1 cm.
Germination requires 22–25°C and good light to produce strong tomato seedlings.

Growing tomato seedlings:

Seedlings are pricked out when 2–3 true leaves appear.
Plant deeper – up to the cotyledons – to develop a strong root system.
Water moderately, without overwatering.
Before transplanting, tomato seedlings must be hardened off.

🌞 Growing and care

In Northern Europe
Golden Queen is grown in a greenhouse. This ensures more stable temperatures and better fruit ripening.

In Southern Europe
Golden Queen can be grown outdoors and in containers. Regular watering and protection from prolonged heat are required.

Support and training

This is a tall-growing variety, so support is necessary.
Plants are tied to stakes or strings.
Grown in 1–2 stems, with regular removal of side shoots.

🍅 Flavor development

Sun
The more sun, the more pronounced the flavor and better fruit quality.

Watering
Water evenly, avoiding sudden moisture fluctuations.
Do not water with cold water.
Avoid wetting the leaves, as moisture promotes disease.

Temperature
Warm days and cooler nights improve aroma.

🌱 Fertilization

Potassium improves fruit quality, color, and flavor.
Calcium helps develop firmer flesh.
Excess nitrogen promotes leaf growth and reduces fruit quality.

🍽 Use

Suitable for fresh consumption – salads, sandwiches, and light summer dishes.

⏳ Storage

At room temperature: 3–5 days.
Best consumed fresh.

Seeds per pack: 3 pcs.

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