Tomato, Lemon Boy Plus Hybrid
Best unique flavor for home gardeners seeking reliable yields.
This indeterminate tomato variety, 'Lemon Boy Plus Hybrid', offers attractive 6 to 7 oz. fruits with a unique yellow color and a sweeter, yet tangy flavor profile. It boasts a higher Brix of 6.6 and intermediate resistance to Nematodes. Ideal for growing zones 3 to 9, it thrives in full sun conditions and matures in approximately 75 days. Each packet contains 15 seeds, making it a convenient choice for gardeners seeking a flavorful and disease-resistant tomato.
$5.25
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking resilient plants with fewer pest and disease worries.
- Home cooks and families preferring a gentle, less acidic tomato taste.
- Enthusiasts wanting a steady supply of attractive, flavorful tomatoes.
Who should skip it
- Sustainable gardeners who prioritize saving seeds for future planting.
- Connoisseurs desiring intense, multi-layered heirloom tomato flavors.
- Budget-conscious growers looking for the most economical seed options.
Performance breakdown
Disease Resistance
Intermediate nematode resistance provides a reliable safety net for soil health.
Flavor Profile
High Brix levels deliver a sophisticated, sweet-tangy balance for culinary use.
Regional Versatility
Broad adaptability across zones three through nine ensures consistent garden success.
Growth Habit
Indeterminate vines offer a continuous harvest throughout the peak growing season.
Maturity Speed
Seventy-five days to harvest is a standard, dependable timeline for gardeners.
Visual Appeal
Distinctive yellow skin makes these fruits a vibrant addition to salads.
Key Specs
Growing Zones
3 to 9
Planting Season
Spring
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Edible Parts
Fruit
Size Shipped
pkt.
Fruit Color
Yellow
Maturity
75 days
Determinate/Indeterminate
Indeterminate
Features
- Unique yellow fruit color
- Sweeter, tangy flavor profile
- Intermediate resistance to Nematodes
- Indeterminate growth habit
- Matures in 75 days
- Suitable for zones 3-9
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of this tomato variety, noting strong germination rates and vigorous plant growth. Many highlight the delicious, mild flavor and beautiful yellow color of the fruit, making it a garden favorite. Its reliability in producing consistent, healthy yields is frequently mentioned, offering a dependable experience for both new and experienced growers seeking a unique and flavorful harvest. The overall consensus points to a highly satisfying and rewarding gardening experience.
Know before you buy
An indeterminate growth habit means the plant will continue to grow, flower, and produce fruit throughout the entire growing season until the first frost. You will need to provide a sturdy trellis or cage to support its continuous upward growth.
This variety offers a distinctively sweeter, tangy flavor profile. With a Brix score of 6.6, it provides a higher sugar content than many traditional tomatoes, resulting in a more balanced and refined taste.
The Lemon Boy Plus is suitable for USDA hardiness zones 3 through 9. As long as you provide full sun and a standard growing season, it should perform well across these diverse climates.
Nematodes are microscopic soil-dwelling pests that can damage root systems and stunt plant growth. This variety's intermediate resistance helps the plant withstand these pests better than non-resistant varieties, leading to healthier plants and more reliable harvests.
You can expect to harvest your first fruits approximately 75 days after transplanting. Keep in mind that environmental factors like temperature and soil quality can slightly influence this timeline.
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