Lemon Boy tomatoes are a bright and cheerful addition to any garden, with their striking lemon-yellow color and mild, tangy-sweet flavor. This hybrid, indeterminate variety produces smooth, medium to large-sized fruits with a meaty, low-acid flesh. Lemon Boy tomatoes are ideal for slicing, adding a pop of color to fresh salads, sandwiches, and charcuterie boards. Their high productivity and disease resistance make them a favorite among gardeners.
Key Features:
- Type: Indeterminate, Hybrid
- Color: Vibrant lemon-yellow
- Fruit Size: Medium to large (7-8 ounces)
- Flavor: Mild, tangy, and sweet
- Texture: Firm and juicy
- Disease Resistance: Resistant to common tomato diseases, including Fusarium and Verticillium wilt
Planting Instructions:
- Seed Starting: Begin indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in seed-starting mix and keep soil consistently moist.
- Transplanting: Transplant seedlings outdoors after the last frost when they are at least 6 inches tall. Space plants 24-36 inches apart.
- Sunlight: Full sun, 6-8 hours of direct light per day.
- Watering: Water consistently to maintain evenly moist soil without waterlogging.
- Support: Use stakes or cages to support the vines as they grow tall and heavy with fruit.
- Harvesting: Harvest when the fruits turn a bright, sunny yellow and are slightly firm to the touch.
Why Choose Lemon Boy Tomatoes?
- Stunning lemon-yellow color adds visual appeal to any dish
- Mild, low-acid flavor, perfect for those who prefer less tang
- Versatile for slicing, cooking, or enjoying fresh
- High-yielding and disease-resistant for an easy-growing experience
- Adds a refreshing twist to classic red tomato varieties
Lemon Boy tomatoes bring both beauty and flavor to your garden. Their dependable productivity and sunny hue make them a standout choice for gardeners and chefs alike!
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