Jaded is a cherry tomato that rewrites what's possible when heirloom flavor meets modern breeding. Developed at Cornell University from four distinct heirloom varieties, this bicolor gem ripens from chartreuse and yellow to a deep, translucent gold, delivering both visual intrigue and exceptional taste in just 65 days. Hardy from zones 3 to 12, Jaded reaches 5 feet tall with a compact 2-foot spread, thriving in full sun with moderate water. It's a testament to flavor-first breeding that doesn't sacrifice productivity or ease.
Full Sun
Moderate
3-12
60in H x 24in W
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Jaded comes from Phillip Griffiths's work at Cornell University, where he synthesized four heirloom varieties into a single cherry tomato that balances old-world taste with reliable modern performance. The thin skin and bicolor ripening pattern create a visually striking fruit that transitions from pale chartreuse and yellow into deep translucent gold. With a 65-day harvest window, Jaded delivers quickly without compromising on the complex flavor that heirloom growers crave.
As a cherry tomato, Jaded is at home in fresh preparations where its thin skin and complex flavor shine brightest. Halve it for salads, roast whole for concentrated sweetness, or eat sun-warmed off the vine. Its bicolor appearance also makes it visually compelling in composed dishes where its deep translucent gold and pale yellow tones add visual texture alongside flavor.
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Sow seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your last spring frost. Germinate at 68 to 82 degrees Fahrenheit and keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Seedlings will emerge in 5 to 10 days under warm conditions.
Harden off seedlings over 7 to 10 days once they have two to three true leaves and nighttime temperatures consistently stay above 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Transplant into the garden after the last frost date when soil has warmed to at least 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Space plants 24 inches apart in rows 42 inches apart.
Jaded reaches harvestable maturity in 65 days from transplanting. Harvest when the fruit transitions from chartreuse and yellow into that characteristic deep, translucent gold; this color shift signals peak ripeness and flavor development. The thin skin is delicate, so harvest by gently twisting the fruit from the stem or using pruning shears to avoid tearing. Morning harvest, when fruit is cool, helps preserve the delicate skin.
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“Jaded emerged from Phillip Griffiths's breeding program at Cornell University, where he undertook the deliberate challenge of crossing four distinct heirloom varieties to create something new yet rooted in tomato tradition. His goal was direct: satisfy the modern gardener's hunger for authentic flavor without sacrificing reliable production or visual interest. The result carries the genetic memory of four older varieties while introducing the bicolor aesthetic and thin skin that define its character. This approach represents a philosophy of respectful innovation, honoring heirloom genetics while solving real problems gardeners face.”