Sungold

Sungold is easily distinguished from Oberkulmer, Champ, and Maverick, the only other spelt cultivars currently certified since it has a medium brown chaff color. Sungold is also several days earlier to head than Oberkulmer and Champ, but about three days later in heading than Maverick. Sungold is also several inches shorter than Oberkulmer and Champ, being about the same height as Maverick. The cultivar appears well adapted to Midwest growing conditions and has also performed well in Montana and Canada.