Tomato Plant 'Big Boy'

1-gallon Big Boy tomato plant is sweet and aromatic, grown in ideal zones for optimal growth. Easy to grow in containers or gardens, it's the perfect addition to any home garden.

Tomato Plant 'Big Boy'

Sure, here is some information about the tomato plant 'Big Boy'.

Tomato plant 'Big Boy'

The Big Boy tomato plant is an indeterminate hybrid tomato that is known for its large, juicy, red fruits. The tomatoes are typically 8-10 ounces each and have a smooth skin and firm flesh. They have a sweet, tangy flavor that is perfect for salads, sandwiches, or canning.

Big Boy tomato plants are relatively easy to grow. They prefer full sun and well-drained soil. They are a heavy feeder, so they should be fertilized regularly. The plants are also susceptible to a few diseases, such as verticillium wilt and fusarium wilt, so it is important to take steps to prevent these diseases.

With proper care, Big Boy tomato plants can produce a large harvest of tomatoes. The tomatoes can be eaten fresh, cooked, or canned.

Here are some tips for growing the Big Boy tomato plant:

• Start the seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost date.
• Transplant the seedlings outdoors after the last frost date.
• Plant the tomatoes in full sun.
• Provide the plants with well-drained soil.
• Fertilize the plants regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
• Water the plants regularly, especially during hot, dry weather.
• Stake or cage the plants to prevent them from flopping over.
• Harvest the tomatoes when they are ripe.

With proper care, Big Boy tomato plants will produce a bountiful harvest of delicious tomatoes.

Here are some additional information about the Big Boy tomato plant:

• It is a hybrid of the Better Boy and Marglobe tomato varieties.
• It was introduced in 1949.
• It is a disease-resistant plant.
• It is a good choice for home gardens and commercial production.

I hope this helps!

Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.

We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.

Growing Zones: 7-9 outdoors

Mature Height:	60 ft.
Sunlight:	Full-Partial
Mature width:	20-25 ft.
Botanical Name:	Diospyros virginiana 'American'
Growth Rate:	Slow
Harvest Time:	September - December