About Coyote Yellow Currant Tomato

Coyote Yellow Currant Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum var. cerasiforme) is a highly productive indeterminate variety known for its clusters of tiny, golden-yellow fruit that burst with sweetness. These small, flavour-packed tomatoes thrive on vigorous, sprawling vines, providing a steady harvest throughout the summer months.

Perfect for garden snacking, these tomatoes can be eaten fresh off the vine and are a delightful addition to salads, garnishes, and summer dishes. Their compact size and high yield make them an excellent choice for container gardening and children’s gardens, where young growers can easily harvest their own bite-sized treats.

Where Can You Grow Coyote Yellow Currant Tomato?

This variety thrives in Zones 3-9, preferring full sun and well-drained, fertile soil. It is well-suited to raised beds, containers, hanging baskets, and traditional garden rows, requiring support for its vigorous growth.

History and Historical Uses

Believed to be one of the closest relatives of wild tomatoes, Coyote Yellow Currant is native to Central and South America and has been grown for generations. It is prized for its intensely sweet flavour, natural disease resistance, and continuous fruit production, making it a favourite among heirloom tomato enthusiasts.

Canadian Zone Information

Zones 8-9: Start seeds indoors in January or February, transplant in April, and harvest from June to October.
Zones 5-7: Start seeds indoors in late February to mid-March, transplant in May, and harvest from July through September.
Zones 3-4: Start seeds indoors in late March or early April, transplant in late May or early June, and harvest from mid-July to early September.

How to Grow and Harvest Coyote Yellow Currant Tomato

1. Planting: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost, transplant outdoors when the soil is warm.
2. Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but avoid overwatering.
3. Support: Use stakes or cages to support vigorous vines.
4. Pruning: Remove lower leaves and suckers to encourage airflow and prevent disease.
5. Harvesting: Pick fruit when fully yellow and slightly soft for peak sweetness.

Seed Saving Tips for Future Supply

1. Choose the Best Fruit: Select ripe, healthy tomatoes for seed saving.
2. Extract the Seeds: Scoop seeds into a clean container with a small amount of water.
3. Fermentation: Let seeds sit for 2-3 days, stirring daily to break down the surrounding gel.
4. Rinse and Dry: Once seeds settle, pour off the liquid, rinse thoroughly, and spread on a towel or screen to dry.
5. Store: Keep seeds in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Properly stored seeds remain viable for up to 5 years.

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