{"product_id":"better-boy-tomato-seeds-vfn-f1-hybrid-slicing-tomato","title":"10 Better Boy Tomato Seeds VFN (F1 Hybrid) | Non-GMO","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"622\"\u003eGrow one of America’s most trusted slicing tomatoes with \u003cstrong data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"404\"\u003eBetter Boy VFN Hybrid Tomato Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e. Known for their \u003cstrong data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"458\"\u003elarge, smooth, bright-red fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"463\" data-end=\"500\"\u003eexceptional classic tomato flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e, Better Boy tomatoes deliver the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity—ideal for sandwiches, salads, and fresh eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"927\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"665\"\u003eindeterminate, mid-season hybrid\u003c\/strong\u003e is prized for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"752\"\u003evigorous growth, high yields, and outstanding disease resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a reliable choice for gardeners across a wide range of climates. With proper support, Better Boy plants continue producing flavorful tomatoes right up until frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌱 Why Grow Better Boy VFN Tomatoes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍅 \u003cstrong data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"1007\"\u003eLarge slicing tomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e (12–16 oz) with smooth, firm flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003eF1 Hybrid vigor\u003c\/strong\u003e for strong plants and heavy yields\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🛡️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003eVFN disease resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e – Verticillium Wilt, Fusarium Wilt \u0026amp; Root-Knot Nematodes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌞 Performs well nationwide in gardens, greenhouses \u0026amp; field production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🔄 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003eIndeterminate vines\u003c\/strong\u003e produce continuously until frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🚫 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1360\"\u003eNon-GMO seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1387\"\u003e🌿 Plant Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1435\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003eSolanum lycopersicum\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e F1 Hybrid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1504\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1479\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indeterminate (vining)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1507\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1507\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003eFruit Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–16 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1568\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~75 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003eLife Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1631\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1620\"\u003eLight Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1653\"\u003eGrowing Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1695\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisease Resistance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  - Verticillium Wilt (V)\u003cbr\u003e  - Fusarium Wilt (F)\u003cbr\u003e  - Root-Knot Nematodes (N)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1820\"\u003e🌱 Planting \u0026amp; Growing Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1824\" data-end=\"1872\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1824\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003eStart Indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–8 weeks before last frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1898\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1889\"\u003eSow Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e ¼ inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1901\" data-end=\"1931\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1901\" data-end=\"1919\"\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1959\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1950\"\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"2012\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"1977\"\u003eTransplant:\u003c\/strong\u003e After danger of frost has passed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2068\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2027\"\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Staking or caging strongly recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2071\" data-end=\"2092\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2071\" data-end=\"2081\"\u003eZones:\u003c\/strong\u003e USDA 3–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2094\" data-end=\"2171\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e💡 \u003cem data-start=\"2097\" data-end=\"2103\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Pruning excess foliage and staking improves airflow and fruit size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 83, 73);\"\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2218\" data-end=\"2351\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2218\" data-end=\"2255\"\u003eIs Better Boy an heirloom tomato?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2255\" data-end=\"2258\"\u003eNo. Better Boy is an F1 hybrid, bred for improved disease resistance, yield, and consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2473\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2399\"\u003eDoes Better Boy keep producing all season?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2399\" data-end=\"2402\"\u003eYes. 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